Baku eyes integrated border management project

A seminar on “SCIBM Planning and Strengthening of Operational Techniques” within the second module of UNDP implemented and EU-funded programme South Caucasus Integrated Border Management (SCIBM) has been held in Baku.

The event was attended by representatives of state bodies, EU and UNDP, Georgian Border Police and Office of Financial Services. The seminar saw discussions on cooperation between Azerbaijan and Georgia, further activities, and heard reports by the Latvian experts of International Centre for Migration Policy Development.

SCIBM programme`s goal is to establish integrated border management principles and operational techniques in Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan, as well as enhancement of inter-agency, bilateral and regional co-operation between the South Caucasus countries, EU Member States and other international stakeholders. The ultimate goal is to facilitate the movement of legitimate persons and goods across borders, while at the same time maintaining those borders secure from illegal activity.