BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 18. The Employment
Support Project implemented by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Labor and
Social Protection of the Population, with financial backing from
the World Bank, plays a vital role in expanding self-employment
programs and improving social welfare in the country, Minister of
Labor and Social Protection Anar Aliyev said, Trend reports.
Aliyev highlighted the project’s impact during the "Dayaq" award
ceremony, noting that thousands have already benefited from the
initiative.
“During the first phase, 26,000 people received support through
project assets. The second phase, covering 2026-2029, will extend
support to an additional 30,000 beneficiaries,” he said.
Minister emphasized that ensuring safe and healthy working
conditions remains a key priority of Azerbaijan’s labor policy. He
added that Azerbaijan has ratified 59 conventions and one protocol
of the International Labour Organization (ILO), making it one of
the leading CIS countries in adopting ILO standards.
“This year, within our collaboration with the ILO, we signed the
third Country Program on Decent Work. Azerbaijan has also
established a social partnership system based on sustainable
mechanisms,” the minister said.
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