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A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the National Observatory on Labour Market and Social Protection Affairs, under the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Population, and Baku State University to strengthen cooperation in the fields of labour, employment, and social protection.
The agreement was formalized by Elnur Safarli, Chairman of the Board of the National Observatory, and Elchin Babayev, Rector of Baku State University.
In his remarks, Safarli highlighted the Observatory’s role as a national centre for social observation in labour and social protection. He emphasized the importance of collaboration with higher education institutions and research centres to enhance the Observatory's institutional capacity. He also noted that the partnership would allow for the exchange of research expertise and the involvement of students and graduates in internship programs.
Rector Babayev spoke about the broad scope of the cooperation, stressing the significance of the National Observatory's research in the social field. He also pointed out the need for higher education institutions to better prepare students for the workforce through practical internship programs and integration into the labour market.
The MoU outlines key areas of cooperation, including the mutual exchange of expertise, joint projects, and the development of students' knowledge and skills. Additionally, both parties will collaborate on research and analysis related to the labour market, particularly focusing on the adaptation of Baku State University graduates to the job market.
As part of the agreement, the institutions will jointly organize conferences, symposiums, and other events. The document also includes provisions for forecasting the demand for in-demand professions and qualifications, as well as the skills and competencies required by the labour market.
