The training was held under a bilateral military cooperation plan signed by the defence ministries of Azerbaijan and Italy. It involved military experts from both countries specialising in civil-military cooperation (CIMIC), as well as personnel from the Azerbaijani Defence Ministry’s main departments, departments and branches of the armed forces.
At sessions organised by the Press and Public Relations Department of the Main Personnel Directorate, participants were briefed on CIMIC’s role and importance in planning and conducting military operations. They also covered coordination with civilians and relevant agencies, along with issues related to civilian infrastructure.
Italian military experts gave presentations on the key principles of civil-military cooperation, its implementation mechanisms and international experience. Training groups carried out practical tasks.
