Baku, Azerbaijan, April 5. An official meeting
was convened under the leadership of Azerbaijan Minister of
Defense, Colonel General Zakir Hasanov today, Trend reports via the
Ministry of Defense.
The official meeting in a video teleconference format involved
Deputy Ministers, Commanders of types of troops (forces), Chiefs of
Main Departments, Departments and Services, Commanders of army
corps and formations, as well as Heads of the National Defense
University and subordinate educational institutions.
“The meeting commenced with commemorating the memory of the
National Leader of the Azerbaijani people Heydar Aliyev, and
Martyrs, who sacrificed their lives for the independence,
territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Motherland.
Emphasizing that the army development is one of the priority
issues, as stated by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan,
Ilham Aliyev, the Minister of Defense delivered to the meeting
participants tasks regarding the enhancement of service and combat
activities of the units, as well as further increasing their combat
capabilities set by the Supreme Commander-in-Chief.
The Minister of Defense stated that the Supreme
Commander-in-Chief, emphasizing that the historic victory had paved
the way for peace negotiations, praised the professionalism
demonstrated by the Azerbaijan Army, particularly during the 44-day
Second Karabakh War and subsequent military operations, thereby
setting more responsible tasks before the Army.
The meeting addressed the current operational situation along
the Azerbaijani-Armenian conditional border, including the recent
regular shelling of the Azerbaijan Army units by the opposing side,
as well as attempts to conduct reconnaissance flights using
unmanned aerial vehicles and drones over the positions. The
Minister assigned specific tasks to the relevant officials to
ensure that the Azerbaijan Army units remain prepared to respond
swiftly to any provocation at any time, emphasizing the importance
of heightened vigilance during the organization of combat duty.
Subsequently, the positive outcomes of the successful reforms
undertaken within the Azerbaijan Army were reviewed, alongside the
measures implemented and those planned for the current year.
Emphasizing the importance of enhancing the combat capabilities
of the troops, the Minister directed that the intensity of military
exercises be sustained, taking into account modern combat
experiences, while continuously improving their quality through the
integration of technological innovations. He also issued
instructions regarding the activities aimed at ensuring the
cybersecurity of modern information technology tools.
The importance of prioritizing the staffing of units with
qualified personnel was emphasized, considering the new approaches
and methods implemented to ensure accessibility in the military
education system, comprehensiveness, and citizen satisfaction.
The minister assigned tasks to officials regarding the
improvement of knowledge and skills during training sessions for
reservists of various specialties, as well as the instruction on
the proper use of newly adopted weapons and equipment.
The requirements for enhancing the social and living conditions
of personnel, their moral and psychological preparation, and the
material and technical support of units deployed particularly in
challenging terrains, along with the organization of quality
nutrition, as well as strengthening control over strict compliance
with safety regulations, were once again addressed to the command
staff.
Relevant instructions have been issued regarding the study of
the personal and psychological characteristics of new soldiers
newly called up for active military service, a sensitive approach
to their adaptation process, and keeping their health in the
spotlight.
The importance of conducting regular educational events for
military personnel and ensuring that activities are carried out in
compliance with regulatory requirements was emphasized.
Relevant instructions have been given regarding the provision of
all types of seasonal supplies to the troops and the preparatory
work for the transition of weapons and equipment to the
spring-summer operating mode.
The meeting also emphasized the importance of continuing
engineering measures in the liberated territories while adhering to
safety regulations.
In conclusion, Hasanov expressed full confidence that the
Azerbaijan Army has consistently justified the trust placed in by
the Supreme Commander-in-Chief and will continue to do so,” the
ministry said.
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