Azerbaijani Minister of Justice meets CoE Secretary General

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Azerbaijani Minister of Justice Fikrat Mammadov has met Secretary General of the Council of Europe Thorbjørn Jagland.

On cooperation with the Council of Europe, the Minister stressed the importance of Action Plan adopted for upcoming 2014-2016 years, adding that it would give a push to bilateral relations.

Mr. Mammadov highlighted democratic reforms carried out under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, establishment of regional courts and efficient activity of administrative justice.

Thorbjørn Jagland, in turn, underlined constructive cooperation between Azerbaijan and the Council of Europe.

The Secretary General highlighted the Action Plan as the result of efficient activity and praised reforms in the judicial system.

They exchanged views on improvement of legislation, as well as strengthening of relations with the public.

 

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