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Azerbaijan mine clearance and reconstruction efforts
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Azerbaijan is focusing on legislative reforms and humanitarian demining to facilitate urban reconstruction and the return of displaced populations. President Ilham Aliyev signed decrees to amend land, civil, and property-related legislation, including updates to the Land Code and real estate registration processes. During the 4th International Mine Action Conference in Baku, held under the theme ‘Humanitarian Demining for Urban Recovery: Setting Standards of Excellence for Safe Settlements,’ Aliyev reported that over 3,500 citizens have been harmed by landmines, stating landmines. He emphasized that humanitarian demining is a “fundamental requirement” for rebuilding infrastructure infrastructure, noting that no economic activity can develop sustainably and ensuring the safe operation of no schools or hospitals can function safely until land is cleared of mines and hospitals. explosive remnants of war. Aliyev further noted that Azerbaijan is among the most mine-contaminated countries globally, with preliminary estimates suggesting over 13% of its territory is affected. Mariana Kyundziç, Head of the European Union Delegation to Azerbaijan, reinforced this position, noting that mine clearance is essential for restoring security and enabling communities to regain stability. The conference, co-organized by the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA) and the United Nations, aims included panel discussions on using technology and innovation to establish standards improve demining efficiency. Experts from the Turkish Mine Action Center and the Geneva International Centre for safe settlements. Humanitarian Demining highlighted how digital tools and data management can enhance productivity, distinguishing these humanitarian efforts from military mine clearance. The European Union has expressed continues to express support for Azerbaijan’s efforts in land survey and community assistance. assistance efforts.
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