An international seminar on communication and public relations was held in Baku

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An international seminar on “communication and public relations strategy for trade unions of Azerbaijan” was held in Baku on August 21-22.

Representatives of ATUC and member organizations attended the seminar, which was jointly organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation (ATUC).

Opening the event, First Deputy Chairman of ATUC Ilyas Aliyev spoke about the role of trade unions and the goals set for fair transition to green economy. He noted that we must be in solidarity in the fight against climate change, the biggest emergency vital problem of humanity. COP29, which will be held in our country in November this year, will also be of great importance in this area.

An international seminar on “Communication and public relations strategy for trade unions of Azerbaijan” was held in Baku on August 21-22.

Representatives of ATUC and member organizations attended the seminar, which was jointly organized by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Azerbaijan Trade Unions Confederation (ATUC).

Opening the event, First Deputy Chairman of ATUC Ilyas Aliyev spoke about the role of trade unions and the goals set for fair transition to green economy. He noted that we must be in solidarity in the fight against climate change, the biggest emergency vital problem of humanity. COP29, which will be held in our country in November this year, will also be of great importance in this area.

The countries participating in the conference will make new commitments, seek to increase the contributions established at the national level to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

ILO employees Sergeyus Glovascas, Gocha Alexandria, Mamadou Suare spoke about the relevance and importance of the topic of the seminar.

At the seminar, ILO experts gave detailed information about the priorities of COP29, the contribution of ATUC to the presentation of Azerbaijan’s position in COP29, ensuring a healthy and safe working environment, gender equality in the green economy and other necessary issues on the topic.

The event continued with panel discussions.