Defense work of Agabalayev Gafgaz Mahammadhasan oglu, scientific researcher of "Ecological geography" department of Sheki RSC of ANAS on the topic "Ways of territorial organization and optimization of agriculture in Sheki-Zagatala economic region during agrarian reforms" (Geographical-specialty code 5401.01) was approved by the Higher Attestation Commission under the President, and awarded the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Geography. We congratulate our employee and wish him continued success in his scientific and pedagogical activities