The Ombudsman’s representative attended an international conference dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Punjab Ombudsman Office

Deputy Head of the Ombudsman Office of Azerbaijan, Rashid Rumzada, attended an international conference titled "The Role of Ombudsman Institutions in Strengthening Accountability, Governance, and Citizens' Rights," dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the Punjab Ombudsman, Pakistan.

Speaking at a panel discussion on "Best Institutional Practices in Strengthening Ombuds Institutions," the Deputy Head of Office conveyed the congratulations of Azerbaijani Ombudsman Sabina Aliyeva on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Institution. He emphasized the broad cooperation between Azerbaijan and Pakistan in the field of human rights and noted that bilateral collaboration between their respective ombudsman institutions is developing successfully.

He delivered a presentation to the conference participants regarding the extensive activities carried out by the Azerbaijani Ombudsman in the protection of human rights and freedoms, as well as the positive human rights practices established in the country. He provided detailed information about the Ombudsman's activities in oversight the right to information, the implementation of NPM and IMM (Independent Monitoring Mechanism) functions.

The conference participants' attention was also drawn to the rapid integration of AI technologies into various areas of human life, the emerging human rights challenges, and the efforts undertaken by the Ombudsman Office to promote inclusive approaches and digital security.

Highlighting the cooperation of the Azerbaijani Ombudsman with international organizations, as well as ombuds and NHRIs of various countries, R. Rumzada noted that mutual exchange of experience among human rights organizations will ensure good governance and make a significant contribution to the protection of human rights and freedoms.