Azerbaijani, Turkmen trade unions discuss closer cooperation

A delegation from the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation is visiting Turkmenistan, where it has held talks at the country's National Trade Union Center.

The meeting highlighted the historically established friendship between Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan and the importance of ties developing through the political will of their leaders.

Oguljennet Berdiliyeva, chairperson of Turkmenistan's National Trade Union Center, outlined efforts to protect labor rights, strengthen workers' social protection and improve support mechanisms for union members.

She expressed interest in expanding ties with Azerbaijani trade unions and exchanging experience.

Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation Chairman Sahib Mammadov discussed trade union activities in Azerbaijan, labor rights protection, digitalization and innovative initiatives. He also outlined measures to improve the quality and accessibility of services for members.

Mammadov highlighted social projects, legal assistance for members, the digital transformation of the voucher system and the modernization of sanatorium and resort services.

The sides reviewed the implementation of the cooperation memorandum signed in Baku in May 2026. They also discussed expanding ties, carrying out joint projects, exchanging experience and other issues of mutual interest.

The Azerbaijani delegation also learned about the work of Turkmenistan's National Trade Union Center.