While the recent visit of foreign diplomats to Azerbaijan’s liberated territories offers a symbolic nod to the country’s post-conflict reconstruction efforts, the real story lies not in the optics but in the infrastructure. The Zangezur Corridor, once a theoretical ambition, is rapidly becoming a geopolitical reality. And Azerbaijan is not waiting for permission or applause. It is building.

Since 2021, Azerbaijan has been intensively developing the segment of the corridor stretching from Horadiz to Zangilan using its own resources. This is not just a road or a railway—it is a statement. The construction of tunnels, highways, and rail infrastructure across this terrain reflects a strategic vision that transcends domestic connectivity. It is about linking East to West, North to South, and reimagining the region’s economic geography.

The Zangezur Corridor is often framed in terms of its ability to connect mainland Azerbaijan to its exclave, Nakhchivan. But its implications are far broader. It offers a direct route to Turkiye, and by extension, to Europe. It shortens supply chains, reduces dependency........

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