On July 2, 2025, Azerbaijan Technical University held a ceremony to present an Honorary Doctorate to Ersin Tatar, President of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. The event gathered high-level officials, diplomats, university staff, Turkish businesspeople, and representatives from public institutions. It began with a visit to the bust of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. Rector Vilayat Valiyev highlighted Tatar’s contributions to the Turkic world. Ersin Tatar was presented with an honorary robe and diploma, and he expressed his gratitude while reaffirming his dedication to Turkic unity. A commemorative photo concluded the ceremony.