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WORLD · OCT 3, 2026
Azerbaijan Awards Order of Friendship to Judo Federation President
President Ilham Aliyev awarded the Dostlug Order to International Judo Federation President Ladislau-Marius Vizer for his contributions to the sport.
Ilham Aliyev, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, awarded the Dostlug Order, also known as the Order of Friendship, to Ladislau-Marius Vizer. The honor recognizes Vizer's efforts in developing judo both within Azerbaijan and on the international stage.
President Aliyev formalized the recognition through a signed decree, which was subsequently published on the official website of the President of Azerbaijan. Vizer serves as the president of the International Judo Federation, the global governing body for the sport.
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