Bishkek:A significant meeting took place at the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, marking a step forward in the collaboration between Azerbaijani and Kyrgyz trade unions. This meeting occurred during the visit of a delegation from the Confederation of Trade Unions of Azerbaijan to Bishkek.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the discussions highlighted the strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan, facilitated by the political will and friendly relations of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov. These strong bilateral relations have paved the way for expanded cooperation between the trade unions of the two nations.
Muradil Jumadilde, Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, outlined the efforts of his organization to protect workers’ rights and emphasized the importance of the ties with Azerbaijani trade unions. He noted that memorandums signed between the organizations, along with training programs and mutual visits, have fostered positive developments in their bilateral cooperation.
Sahib Mammadov, Chairman of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Azerbaijan, discussed the modernization of Azerbaijan’s trade union system, including the introduction of modern labor rights protection mechanisms and the benefits of digitalization for trade union activities. He expressed optimism about the potential for further cooperation, particularly in health tourism.
The meeting also covered the implementation of signed memorandums, joint initiatives, and the expansion of relations. A presentation on Azerbaijan’s health tourism opportunities was held, attended by representatives from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Health, the State Agency for Tourism Development, private-sector organizations, trade unions, and the media.
Chingiz Hajiyev, Director General of the Kurort Closed Joint-Stock Company, presented the potential of Azerbaijan’s health tourism, detailing the health and recreation centers of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Azerbaijan, their services, treatment methods, and recreational offerings. The event culminated with a film screening on Azerbaijan’s health tourism prospects, followed by a Q&A session.