TurkPA: Opening of Zangezur Corridor Seen as Boost to Global Economy

Bishkek, October 20, 2026 - Asaf Hajiyev, Secretary General of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (PABSEC), said in Bishkek that the opening of the Zangezur Corridor could contribute to global economic development, the creation of new jobs and stronger peace in the region. He spoke at the 15th plenary session of the Parliamentary Assembly of Turkic States (TurkPA).

Hajiyev said the Black Sea region's importance in international trade and transport continues to grow. He noted that the region serves as a conduit for vital routes connecting East and West, including those between China and Europe, as well as the North-South transport corridor. He added that the region holds strategic significance for supplying non-ferrous metals, gas and oil from Central Asian countries and other states to global and European markets.

The Zangezur Corridor spans approximately 40 kilometers, and its opening is expected to expand transport capacity and streamline deliveries from Central Asia to Europe. Hajiyev said the issue concerns not only Azerbaijan and Armenia but also other countries in the region. "The opening of this corridor will provide a boost not only to the region but also to the global economy," he stated, calling on countries to support the initiative.