On September 11, 2025, Ms. Bahar Muradova, the Chairperson of the State Committee for Family, Women and Children Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan met with a delegation led by Mr. Kairat Sarybay, the Secretary General of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA).

Welcoming the guests, Ms. Bahar Muradova highlighted Azerbaijan’s significant contributions to the development of key transit corridors, stemming from its geopolitical position. She emphasized the symbolic importance of the fact that, for the first time, the CICA Think Tank Forum was held outside of China, specifically in Azerbaijan. Ms. Muradova expressed confidence that Azerbaijan’s successful policies in various international organizations would continue during its chairmanship of CICA. She stressed that Azerbaijan, located at the crossroads of corridors connecting China and Europe, would contribute to the development of peace, security, and cooperation among countries and peoples.

Ms. Muradova noted that CICA, originally a platform for dialogue, is now evolving into an international organization and is currently undergoing a phase of institutional development and transformation. She underlined that the family institution and the empowerment of women would be among the key priorities in the organization’s future activities. The Chairperson expressed her belief that this approach would significantly contribute to solidarity among member states and to the overall development of societies.

CICA Secretary General Mr. Kairat Sarybay, reflecting on the organization's activities since its inception, stated that notable progress had been made in strengthening mutual trust among member states, enhancing the institutionalization process, promoting dialogue, and implementing joint initiatives.

Praising Azerbaijan’s active role in CICA and the initiatives put forward during its chairmanship, the Secretary General also spoke about the steps being taken to further develop the organization and enhance its effectiveness at the international level.

The meeting took place in an atmosphere of mutual understanding and cooperation. Both sides agreed to organize joint events and further deepen collaboration within the framework of CICA in the near future.