Baku: The main goal of our international cooperation is to raise international awareness of Azerbaijan's mine problem, Chairman of the Board of the Azerbaijan Mine Action Agency (ANAMA) Vugar Suleymanov said, APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Suleymanov, speaking at a briefing held on the occasion of the 28th anniversary of the establishment of ANAMA, emphasized that a variety of stakeholders, including both state and private institutions as well as non-governmental organizations, are actively participating in mine clearance activities across Azerbaijan.

Suleymanov pointed out that, along with ANAMA, the Ministry of Defense, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, one non-governmental organization, and five local companies are all engaged in this crucial process. Each institution has a defined role, specific areas of responsibility, and measurable performance indicators. Suleymanov highlighted the importance of communicating the existing challenges, scale of the problem, and difficulties faced to the international community through organized conferences, with the next significant gathering planned for early September.

He also mentioned that ANAMA representatives are frequently invited to various events organized by different organizations. At these events, they provide detailed insights into the mine threat, ongoing efforts in the field, and the specific nature of their activities. Suleymanov stressed that mine action is a specialized field requiring deminers and mine clearance personnel to work with careful precision, adhering to strict safety protocols and professional standards. The process of mine clearance is inherently challenging and demands a high level of professionalism.