“Democracy, human rights and humanitarian issues cannot be separated from international law and the shared principles that have served for decades as the foundation of security and cooperation across the OSCE area.
Today, our region continues to face armed conflicts, humanitarian crises, forced displacement, and growing polarizations. These challenges test not only our institution, but also our commitment to the principles that unite us. They remind us that lasting security cannot be achieved by political and military means only. It requires respect for international law, effective institutions, protection of human rights, and sustained dialogue,” said Sevinj Fataliyeva, MP of Azerbaijan’s Milli Majlis, during the 33rd Annual Session of the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly (OSCE PA) themed “International Law and Shared Principles: Foundations for Security and Co-operation in the OSCE Area”, in The Hague, the Netherlands.
She noted that democracy depends on strong institutions: “Human rights depend on effective protection. Humanitarian action depend on solidarity. All three ultimately depend on respect for international law. This is why our shared principles must be applied consistently, impartially, and in good faith. Only such an approach can strengthen trust among participating states and reinforce confidence in our common institutions,” Fataliyeva noted.
According to her, for Azerbaijan, these principles are not abstract concepts: “They served as a practical guidance for building sustainable peace and translating international commitment into tangible improvements in people’s life.
Today, Azerbaijan is demonstrating that post-conflict recovery is not only about rebuilding infrastructure. It is about restoring human dignity, strengthening communities, and creating opportunities for people to live in peace and security,” the MP emphasized.
“The region today has a genuine opportunity for lasting peace and that is where our attention should be. Azerbaijan remains committed to advancing the normalization process with Armenia. We believe that dialogue, mutual respect, and full adherence to the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and internationally recognized borders provide the strongest foundation for lasting peace, human security, and regional cooperation,” she added.
