Baku: At today’s session of the Milli Majlis (Azerbaijani Parliament), the draft law ‘On Transport and Forwarding Activities’ was put up for discussion. The draft law, consisting of 8 chapters and 31 articles, defines the legal, organizational, and economic foundations of transport and forwarding activities in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan. It will regulate the activities of state bodies (institutions), as well as legal entities, branches and representative offices of foreign legal entities, and individual entrepreneurs in this field, along with the relations arising between them. The draft law was adopted in the first reading.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the adoption of this draft law is a significant step forward in ensuring a structured approach towards the management of transport and forwarding activities within Azerbaijan. The law aims to establish a clear framework for all entities involved, thereby facilitating smoother operations and enhancing cooperation among various stakeholders. This legislative move is expected to bring about transparency and efficiency in the sector, aligning it with international standards and practices.