UN expert to address situation of Azerbaijani IDPs

UN expert to address situation of Azerbaijani IDPs

The UN Special Rapporteur on the human rights of internally displaced persons, Chaloka Beyani, will visit Azerbaijan from 18 to 24 May to examine the overall situation of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the country SIA reports.

Beyani will visit IDP settlements in the cities of Baku and Sumgayit and in districts hosting large numbers of IDPs.

"During my seven-day visit, I will gather first-hand information from all stakeholders, including displaced persons and affected communities themselves.I will also look at current challenges and opportunities for durable solutions for IDPs in Azerbaijan, and discuss the progress made with regard to their protection and assistance" said Mr. Beyani.

The Special Rapporteur will meet with representatives from the Government, UN partners and civil society. He will also visit various sites of displacement and meet with internally displaced persons and local authorities.

Mr. Beyani will present preliminary observations at a press conference in Baku, at the United Nations House (Conference Hall). His full report will be presented to the Human Rights Council in June 2015.

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