Baku: The Media and Public Affairs Department of the Ministry of Defense recently organized a training session that brought together representatives from the Ministry, the Media Development Agency, and various media outlets. The Ministry of Defense informed APA about the details of this event.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the session commenced with a tribute to the National Leader of Azerbaijan, Heydar Aliyev, and martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the country. The event was marked by the performance of the National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Colonel Anar Eyvazov, Chief of the Media and Public Affairs Department and Press Secretary of the Azerbaijan Ministry of Defense, addressed the participants. He provided insights into the Ministry's Communication Strategy and outlined the objectives of the event.

The training session began with the participants receiving theoretical knowledge on various topics including 'Information security and protection of state secrets,' 'Countering disinformation and crisis communication,' 'Army-society relations, promotion of patriotism and public diplomacy,' 'Interaction with the media, public oversight and social responsibility,' and 'Military ethical standards and professional responsibility.'

Following the theoretical sessions, media representatives were given the opportunity to observe daily activities of personnel at military units of the Land Forces, Air Force, and Navy. During these visits, modern weapons and combat equipment used by these units were demonstrated.

The session concluded with a Q and A segment where media representatives' questions were addressed. Proposals were also heard, and participants were awarded certificates for their participation in the training session.