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Azerbaijan and International Labour Organisation Relations in an Era of Shifting Paradigms: From Normative Alignment to Implementation Challenges

Ali Rzayev
Gafar Shamılov
Elshan Ahmadov
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27–46
Publication Date
2026-01-13
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Findings reveal that while Azerbaijan’s normative framework aligns with ILO principles, significant challenges persist in its implementation, particularly regarding decent work, effective social dialogue, gender and youth employment, adaptation to new labour trends, informal employment, and practical accountability.

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Objective & Hypothesis:In this study, we examine Azerbaijan and International Labour Organisation relations considering the ILO’s recent policy priorities, focusing on the alignment between international standards and national practices.
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Key Findings & Data:Since joining the ILO in 1992, Azerbaijan has cooperated with the organisation in areas such as decent work, social dialogue, and inclusive employment.
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Conclusion & Impact:Findings reveal that while Azerbaijan’s normative framework aligns with ILO principles, significant challenges persist in its implementation, particularly regarding decent work, effective social dialogue, gender and youth employment, adaptation to new labour trends, informal employment, and practical accountability.
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In this study, we examine Azerbaijan and International Labour Organisation relations considering the ILO’s recent policy priorities, focusing on the alignment between international standards and national practices. Since joining the ILO in 1992, Azerbaijan has cooperated with the organisation in areas such as decent work, social dialogue, and inclusive employment. Our analysis is structured into three parts: Exploring the evolution of ILO policies; Azerbaijan’s membership process; and recent collaboration. Using the ILO core documents, the study applies a critical, comparative approach supported by legal and policy data. Findings reveal that while Azerbaijan’s normative framework aligns with ILO principles, significant challenges persist in its implementation, particularly regarding decent work, effective social dialogue, gender and youth employment, adaptation to new labour trends, informal employment, and practical accountability.

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Rzayev, A., Shamılov, G., Ahmadov, E. (2026). Azerbaijan and International Labour Organisation Relations in an Era of Shifting Paradigms: From Normative Alignment to Implementation Challenges. Sosyal Siyaset Konferansları Dergisi, Sayı: 89, 27–46. https://doi.org/10.26650/jspc.2025.89.1793405

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