55 Global Media Group Employees Awarded Jubilee Medal Marking 150th Anniversary of National Press
On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of the Azerbaijani national press, 55 executives and journalists from media outlets within the Global Media Group have been awarded the Jubilee Medal of the Republic of Azerbaijan "150th Anniversary of the Azerbaijani National Press (1875–2025)".
The recipients were recognized for their long-standing and effective work, professionalism, achievements in providing prompt and objective information, and significant contributions to the development of the national press in Azerbaijan.
The jubilee medal was established by a Decree of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, dated February 20, 2025, based on relevant amendments to the legislation. The award reflects the state’s recognition of the historic mission of the national press and the contribution of journalists.
The Global Media Group employees awarded the anniversary medal represent the following media organizations:
• Baku.TV channel – 10 people
• Report News Agency – 14 people
• Oxu.az news portal– 9 people
• Baku.ws news portal – 5 people
• Caliber news portal – 6 people
• Media.az news portal – 1 person
• Azerbaijani Editorial Office of the Kaspi Newspaper – 4 people
• Russian Editorial Office of the Kaspi Newspaper – 3 persons
• PhotoStock Photo bank – 1 person
The awards are regarded as recognition of contributions to the development of the national press and of professional journalistic activity.