A delegation from Azerbaijan, led by MP Qaya Məmmədov, took part in the annual session of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA), held 28 June to 3 July in Porto, Portugal.
The delegation included MPs Azay Guliyev, Sevinc Fətəliyeva, and Tural Gəncəliyev. They were accompanied by Azerbaijan’s Permanent Representative to the OSCE, Rovshan Sadigbeyli, and Ambassador to Portugal, Ilgar Mukhtarov.
During the session, members discussed various issues related to European security and cooperation. Elections for the OSCE PA President, Vice-Presidents, and other positions were also held.
The Azerbaijani delegation actively participated in plenary and committee discussions, presenting information on Azerbaijan’s efforts to promote peace and cooperation in the region. They highlighted the country’s role in environmental protection and international collaboration, particularly Azerbaijan’s leadership at COP29.
The delegation informed the Assembly about the impact of the conflict on Azerbaijan, including the issue of landmines, and stressed the importance of ensuring the return of forcibly displaced Azerbaijanis to their homes.
Following a proposal by MP Qaya Məmmədov, the Assembly adopted a resolution calling on the international community to assist with demining, reconstruction, and rehabilitation in Azerbaijan’s recently liberated territories.
MP Azay Guliyev was re-elected Chair of the OSCE PA Committee on Economic Affairs, Science, Technology, and Environment.
The session also saw attempts by the Armenian delegation to introduce amendments critical of Azerbaijan, which were rejected following discussions.
Throughout the session, the Azerbaijani delegation held meetings with OSCE PA leadership and representatives of other countries.
The Porto session highlighted ongoing international attention to developments in the region and discussions around security and cooperation in Europe.
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