Azerbaijan and China Discuss Future of Judicial Cooperation

Inam Karimov, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Azerbaijan, visited Hangzhou, China, where he engaged in talks to enhance judicial cooperation between the two countries.

During his visit, Inam Karimov met bilaterally with Zhang Jun, Chief Justice of the Supreme People's Court of China. Karimov shared detailed insights into the judicial and legal reforms underway in Azerbaijan and emphasized the significance of mutual exchange of experience in the judicial sector, The Caspian Post reports citing Azertac.

Karimov also participated in the 20th meeting of chief justices of supreme courts of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states. In his speech, he highlighted the importance of the meeting in fostering long-term legal cooperation between the friendly nations.

He pointed out that, under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan is undertaking progressive reforms in its judicial and legal systems. As a result, numerous amendments have been introduced in the country’s legislation.

Addressing the theme "Legal Applications of Artificial Intelligence," Karimov discussed the broad opportunities AI presents for legal systems, such as reducing workload and enhancing access to justice.

The discussions culminated in the signing of a joint statement by the chief justices of the SCO member states, committing to uphold the rule of law, protect human rights and freedoms, and further strengthen mutual cooperation.