Baku:A preparatory meeting of representatives from anti-corruption law enforcement agencies of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states took place in Baku on October 27, as reported by the Prosecutor General's Office to APA.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the event was organized by the Prosecutor General's Office of the Republic of Azerbaijan and holds significant importance for enhancing cooperation among OIC member states in fighting corruption. It aims to expand the exchange of best practices and foster collaboration among law enforcement agencies.
The meeting also served as preparation for the third high-level meeting of heads of anti-corruption law enforcement agencies of OIC member states, scheduled to be held in Baku on October 28. The event commenced with verses from the Holy Quran and included speeches by a representative from Qatar, Deputy Prosecutor General of Azerbaijan Heydar Mammadov, and the Deputy Secretary-General of the OIC.
During the meeting, discussions took place regarding drafts and declarations submitted by OIC member states to the Secretariat. The representative from Qatar presented Heydar Mammadov with a symbolic representation of the chairmanship of the preparatory meeting. Mammadov highlighted the significance of combatting corruption for maintaining the rule of law, increasing transparency, and strengthening public trust.
He emphasized the institutional reforms under President Ilham Aliyev, the application of modern governance principles, and the improvement of anti-corruption mechanisms as key elements of Azerbaijan's state policy. Mammadov also stressed the importance of international cooperation and the exchange of best practices.
The Deputy Secretary-General of the OIC echoed the need for solidarity and cooperation among member states to combat corruption effectively. He underscored the role of international experience and advanced methods in achieving significant results.
Representatives from various member states shared their experiences and proposals for future cooperation. Delegations from countries including Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Qatar, and others expressed their appreciation for the session's organization and their commitment to ongoing cooperation.
The event was marked by extensive exchanges and discussions on improving methodologies for measuring corruption and promoting unified approaches within the field.