Azerbaijan ratifies UN cybercrime convention to boost digital security

The Milli Majlis (Parliament) of Azerbaijan has formally ratified the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, a key step toward strengthening the country’s legal framework for addressing digital crimes.

The decision was passed in a single reading during today’s parliamentary session, Caliber.Az reports, citing local media.

Arzu Naghiyev, Chair of the Committee on Defence, Security, and Anti-Corruption, presented the legislation, highlighting that the Convention establishes common legal standards for states to prevent, detect, investigate, and prosecute offenses committed via information and communication technologies.

“The Convention provides a comprehensive framework to harmonize national laws with international standards, ensuring that states can effectively address cybercrime while respecting fundamental legal principles,” Naghiyev said.

The document, comprising a preamble, nine chapters, and 68 articles, also incorporates legal mechanisms that balance respect for state sovereignty, constitutional principles, and human rights.

Naghiyev further emphasized that the Convention promotes institutional strengthening, capacity building, and professional training, while encouraging the exchange of expertise among participating countries.

By Vafa Guliyeva