Azerbaijan set to receive new demining equipment

The Azerbaijan Mine Action Agency (ANAMA) has started preparatory works as new demining equipment will be brought to the country, Caliber.Az reports, citing the single internet portal of public procurement.

Thus, works on procurement of demining equipment, spare parts and training services will be carried out.

The organisation entrusted the execution of the mentioned works to Improtex Industries LLC and concluded a contract with it worth 2,304,864 manats ($1.35 million).

Following the liberation of Azerbaijani territories from Armenian occupation, credible reports are suggesting that Armenia has intentionally planted landmines in these regions as part of its military strategy. These land mines are reportedly aimed at causing harm to civilians and hindering the return of displaced individuals, thus posing a significant security risk to the area.

In response to this threat, a comprehensive demining initiative has been launched, involving collaborative efforts from various agencies, including the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA), the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and the State Border Service. These organizations are working diligently to ensure the safety of the liberated territories, facilitating the safe return of civilians and enabling them to resume their normal lives.

The ongoing demining operations reflect Azerbaijan's dedication to post-conflict reconstruction and the provision of humanitarian assistance in the regions affected by the recent conflict.

By Khagan Isayev