From February 28 to March 2, a delegation of the Azerbaijani Bar Association (ABA), including ABA Deputy Chairman Aydın Akhundov and Presidium member Muxtar Mustafayev, made an official visit to the Kyrgyz Republic at the invitation of the Kyrgyz Bar Association to participate in the jubilee events dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Kyrgyz legal profession.
A grand ceremony was
held at the Kyrgyz Republic Philharmonic Hall. In her opening speech, the
Chairperson of the Kyrgyz Bar Association, Meyil Begilerova, welcomed the
guests and spoke about the significance of the event, as well as the
progressive steps taken and achievements made in the Kyrgyz legal profession in
recent years.
Following this,
officials delivered speeches congratulating everyone on the 100th anniversary
of the Kyrgyz legal profession and wishing lawyers success in their future
endeavors.
Additionally, a
documentary film titled The History of
the Kyrgyz Legal Profession was screened during the event.
As part of the
celebrations, a reception was organized for the guests at the Ala-Archa State Residence. During the
reception, ABA Deputy Chairman Aydın Akhundov greeted the Kyrgyz lawyers,
conveyed his best wishes, and expressed his gratitude for the invitation. He
emphasized the importance of the relationship between the legal institutions of
the two brotherly nations and highlighted the role and prestige of the legal
profession in society.
ABA Presidium member
Muxtar Mustafayev also addressed the guests, underlining the significance of
such events in enhancing professional standards among lawyers and sharing
international experience.
It was noted that a
special journal dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Kyrgyz legal
profession had been published, featuring a congratulatory letter from ABA
Chairman Anar Baghirov. In his letter, he emphasized the crucial role of the
legal profession in ensuring a just society, upholding the rule of law, and
protecting human rights.
The Chairman stated
that Azerbaijan and the Kyrgyz Republic, as two Turkic nations, share
deep-rooted friendship and historical brotherhood, which is also reflected in
their close cooperation in the legal sphere. In particular, the Memorandum of Mutual Understanding
signed between the Bar Associations of both countries holds great importance,
as it has laid the foundation for strong cooperation between the legal
institutions of these two brotherly nations.
Anar Baghirov also
noted the undeniable role of the Declaration
of Intent signed among the heads of Turkic World Bar Associations and
its implementation. He expressed confidence that within the framework of this
cooperation, joint efforts will yield fruitful results in the future, further
strengthening both professional and personal ties.
At the conclusion of
the event, awards and gifts were presented.