Some procedural aspects of the confrontation within the framework of cooperation between states in the fight against crime

The article examines the procedural aspects of confrontation within the framework of international cooperation between states in the fight against crime. Confrontation, as a specific form of interrogation, is conducted if there are contradictions in the testimony of previously interrogated persons. The authors analyze international agreements such as the Chisinau and Minsk Conventions, as well as the national legislation of Azerbaijan, Russia, Kazakhstan and Moldova, noting that confrontation is not always provided for within the framework of legal assistance. However, the legislation allows for other procedural actions, including confrontation, with the mutual consent of the parties. Special attention is paid to the use of modern technical means, such as videoconferencing, for remote face-to-face. This is relevant in cases where the personal presence of participants is impossible due to distance, security threat or other circumstances. The authors emphasize the need to legislate the procedure of remote confrontation and propose specific changes to the criminal procedure legislation of Azerbaijan. The introduction of videoconferencing will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of international legal assistance in the investigation of criminal cases, while maintaining the principles of admissibility and reliability of evidence.