On July 18, President Ilham Aliyev made a landmark visit to several key areas of the liberated Garabagh region, including Aghdam and Khojaly. His trip, centered on inaugurations, inspections, and meetings with resettled citizens, was more than ceremonial - it reflected a calculated and accelerating state-driven agenda of reconstruction, economic revival, and demographic return. It also underscored the political significance of state-building in the post-conflict territories as part of Azerbaijan’s long-term vision.

Azerbaijan continues to methodically restore economic and social life in the territories liberated from Armenian occupation during the 2020 Second Garabagh War and the 2023 anti-terrorist operations. These efforts are strategically anchored in the “Azerbaijan 2030: National Priorities for Socio-Economic Development”, particularly through the "Great Return" program - a cornerstone initiative aiming to reestablish civilian life, infrastructure, and economy across Garabagh and Eastern Zangazur.

Aghdam: From ghost city to economic powerhouse

Aghdam, once symbolizing the devastation of war, is now rapidly evolving into an industrial and socio-economic hub. The inauguration of a tobacco manufacturing facility by “Tabaterra” LLC at the Aghdam Industrial Park reflects the government’s dual strategy: attracting investment and fostering employment.

Established under President Aliyev’s decree in 2021, the Aghdam Industrial Park is a linchpin in Azerbaijan’s regional industrialization. Covering........

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