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Azerbaijani ombudsman meets OSCE representative on freedom of media

10 September 2009 [08:39] - TODAY.AZ
On Sept. 9, Human Rights Commissioner of Azerbaijan Elmira Suleymanova has met today with visiting OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media Miklos Haraszti.
The Commissioner said protection of human rights and freedoms, as well as freedom of speech and expression was one of her country`s priority issues.

Suleymanova noted fundamental improvements had taken place in media in the country. She pointed out National Action Plan for the Protection of Human Rights was successfully being implemented in Azerbaijan.

She also added in accordance with the document`s certain provisions, enlightenment work for journalists on human rights are underway.

The Commissioner also said international organizations including OSCE should issue reports on ongoing processes in Azerbaijan in a balanced manner, taking into consideration opinions of various layers of society.

/AzerTaj/
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