Bishkek:The opening of the Zangezur Corridor could significantly enhance the global economy by creating new jobs and fostering peace in the region, according to Asaf Hajiyev, Secretary General of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC). Hajiyev made these remarks during the 15th plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TURKPA).
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Hajiyev emphasized the growing importance of the Black Sea region in international trade and transport. The region acts as a crucial link between East and West, connecting routes from China to Europe and facilitating the North-South Transport Corridor.
Hajiyev pointed out the strategic role of the region in supplying non-ferrous metals, gas, and oil from Central Asia and other countries to global and European markets. He stressed the necessity of opening transport corridors, particularly the Zangezur Corridor, to enhance the region’s role in the global economy.
The Zangezur Corridor spans approximately 40 kilometers and its opening is anticipated to increase transport capacity and facilitate the movement of raw materials and goods from Central Asia to Europe. Hajiyev noted that the corridor’s significance extends beyond Azerbaijan and Armenia, impacting other regional countries and bearing international importance.
He called on countries to support the initiative, highlighting that the corridor would boost the global economy, create new jobs, and strengthen regional relationships and peace. In addition, Hajiyev addressed the influence of technological development and artificial intelligence on economic prospects, noting discussions on economic, political, and social cooperation during committee meetings.
Hajiyev concluded by reaffirming the importance of cooperation among Turkic-speaking nations, emphasizing the preservation of cultural values and the unification of diverse cultures and languages.