Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan discuss trade union cooperation
Baku, November 3, AZERTAC
A delegation of the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation (AHIK) is visiting Turkmenistan.
As part of the visit, the AHIK delegation met with representatives of the National Centre of Trade Unions of Turkmenistan.
During the meeting, the importance of the historically established friendly relations between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan, as well as the growing ties driven by the political will of the heads of state, was highlighted.
Chairwoman of the National Centre of Trade Unions of Turkmenistan Oguljennet Berdiliyeva provided information on the progress achieved in Turkmenistan to protect labor rights, strengthen the social protection of workers, and improve support mechanisms for trade union members. She noted that the organization she leads is interested in expanding relations with Azerbaijani trade unions and promoting mutual exchange of experience.
Chairman of the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation Sahib Mammadov spoke about the activities of trade unions in Azerbaijan, the protection of labor rights, the digitalization process, and innovative initiatives, as well as measures being implemented to enhance the quality and accessibility of services provided to members.
In his speech, Mammadov drew attention to ongoing social projects, legal assistance provided to members, innovations in the digital transformation of the voucher allocation system, and the modernization of sanatorium and resort services.
The parties discussed the implementation of obligations arising from the Memorandum of Cooperation signed in Baku in May 2026, the expansion of relations, joint projects, the exchange of experience, and other matters of mutual interest.
The Azerbaijani delegation also familiarized itself with the activities of the National Centre of Trade Unions of Turkmenistan.
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