The Aliyev family is a prominent political family in Azerbaijan. The family's influence began with Heydar Aliyev, who served as the President of Azerbaijan from 1993 to 2003. He played a significant role in shaping the country's post-Soviet policies and economic development. After Heydar's death, his son, Ilham Aliyev, succeeded him as president and has been in power since 2003. The Aliyev family has been involved in various aspects of Azerbaijani politics, business, and culture, maintaining a strong grip on the country's leadership and governance.