The South Caucasus is on the verge of a significant transformation in its transport and logistics landscape, which could create a direct connection from the Persian Gulf to the Black Sea. During a special Cabinet of Ministers meeting on August 26, held in conjunction with President Ilham Aliyev’s visit to Washington, Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev highlighted Azerbaijan's crucial role in this developing corridor.

After the opening of highways in the region, Mustafayev stated, the Gulf countries–Nakhchivan–Jabrayil–Fuzuli–Aghdam–Yevlakh–Black Sea automobile route will become a new transport artery linking the Gulf to Europe. "Due to its climate and relief, this route will operate continuously throughout the year," he underlined.

Highlighting key infrastructure projects, Mustafayev drew attention to the construction of new automobile bridges over the Araz River. "The new automobile bridges Aghband–Kalala and Ordubad–Siyahrud will be an additional link connecting East Zangezur with Nakhchivan, as well as creating opportunities for large-scale international transportation between the countries of the region."

He also recalled the recent launch of the Kars–Iğdır–Aralık–Dilucu railway line in Türkiye,........

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