1. The Zangezur corridor as part of the global transport route (against the backdrop of power games in the South Caucasus region)
- Author:
- Piotr Gawliczek and Khayal Iskandarov
- Publication Date:
- 03-2023
- Content Type:
- Journal Article
- Journal:
- Security and Defence Quarterly
- Institution:
- War Studies University
- Abstract:
- The restoration of historical transport routes and the creation of new ones is a strategic objective of most states in modern times. Located at the intersection of the North–South and East–West transport routes, Azerbaijan is currently recognised as an important transport and logistics hub. Successful cooperation with European Union countries in this field is taking place. The East–West and North–South international transport routes passing through the territory of Azerbaijan are very convenient for cargo transportation in terms of distance and duration. This paper discusses the plausibility of the Zangezur corridor being used (which is mentioned in the tripartite agreement that dates back to 10 November 2020) and highlights its importance as an integral element of the global transit route. A comparative analysis of different transit routes was carried out, and the advantages of opening this corridor for all stakeholders was justified.
- Topic:
- International Security, Military Strategy, Infrastructure, Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), and Economic Security
- Political Geography:
- Eurasia, Azerbaijan, and South Caucasus