BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 25. Chairman of the
State Committee for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons,
Rovshan Rzayev, met with Vladanka Andreeva, United Nations (UN)
Resident Coordinator in Azerbaijan, ahead of the conclusion of her
mandate in the country, Trend reports.


During the meeting, the parties discussed the significant role
of long-term cooperation with the UN and its specialized agencies
in addressing the challenges posed by displacement and refugee
issues in Azerbaijan. It was noted that resolving the problems of
refugees and internally displaced persons has been a key priority
of the country’s social policy under the leadership of President
Ilham Aliyev. First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva’s efforts to
provide care and support to these groups were also highlighted.


The discussion emphasized that Vladanka Andreeva successfully
carried out her mission in Azerbaijan during a pivotal period for
the country and its people. Following the liberation of Azerbaijani
territories from occupation, the return of internally displaced
persons to their ancestral homes has begun, guided by the First
State Program on the Great Return. The Azerbaijani government’s
efforts to ensure this process is voluntary, safe, and dignified,
alongside the extensive reconstruction projects underway in
Karabakh and East Zangezur, have drawn significant international
attention. At the same time, the ongoing threat from mines and
unexploded ordnance in these areas underscores the continued
importance of collaboration with international organizations.


Andreeva’s cooperation with the State Committee during her
tenure as the United Nations (UN) Resident Coordinator in
Azerbaijan was highly praised. Under her leadership, partnerships
with UN institutions deepened, and meaningful progress was achieved
in humanitarian and development projects supporting refugees and
internally displaced persons.


Committee Chairman Rovshan Rzayev expressed gratitude to
Andreeva for her dedicated cooperation and valuable contributions,
wishing her continued success in her future endeavors.


In response, Andreeva thanked the Azerbaijani authorities for
their warm reception and recognition of her work, emphasizing that
the experience gained in Azerbaijan would be instrumental in her
future initiatives.


The meeting also included discussions on several issues of
mutual interest, strengthening ties and paving the way for
continued collaboration.


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