Baku: A panel discussion on 'Partnership for Sustainable Development and Effective Humanitarian Assistance' was held in Baku as part of a conference titled 'Promoting Global Solidarity through Cooperation for Humanitarian Support and Development,' dedicated to the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Azerbaijan International Development Agency (AIDA), APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the Head of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), Abdullah Eren, stated that humanitarian assistance, development cooperation, and peacebuilding can no longer be considered as separate areas. He revealed plans for TIKA to implement joint projects with AIDA in several African countries, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in addressing global challenges.

Somalia's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Abdinur Dahir Fidow, highlighted the significance of partnerships as a means of mobilizing resources and combining knowledge, technology, finance, and local expertise. He stressed the need for international cooperation to transition from short-term crisis responses to risk reduction and capacity building, advocating for long-term partnerships.

Korea's Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Kang Kymgu, addressed the issue of declining global development financing. He emphasized the importance of directing official development assistance (ODA) toward more effective and tangible results, while also responding to global challenges such as climate change, healthcare, and food security.

During the conference, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Azerbaijan International Development Agency (AIDA) and Turkey's Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing development efforts.