Baku: Prime Minister of Belarus Aleksandr Turchin visited the Sabail District Fire Department of the State Fire Protection Service under Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations, as reported by APA citing the Ministry. During his visit, Prime Minister Turchin was accompanied by Azerbaijan’s Minister of Emergency Situations, Colonel General Kamaladdin Heydarov, who provided an overview of the working conditions for the personnel and showcased an exhibition dedicated to the ‘Emergencies Through the Eyes of Children’ creative competition.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the visit also featured a presentation of newly acquired special firefighting vehicles to Prime Minister Turchin. Minister Heydarov highlighted the continuous upgrade of the Ministry’s technical resources, attributing this progress to the attention and care of President Ilham Aliyev. He also emphasized the robust cooperation between Azerbaijan and Belarus, referencing the delivery of firefighting equipment jointly assembled at the Ganja Automobile Plant last November during the COP29 climate conference. This equipment has been essential for meeting the needs of the Emergency Ministry and ensuring fire safety during significant events.