Accra:Azerbaijan Railways (ADY) Chairman Rovshan Rustamov participated in the 8th New Silk Way Business Forum during a visit to Kazakhstan, where discussions centered around digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and the development of international transport corridors.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the forum was themed 'Digital Silk Way Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Logistics Technologies.' It explored the impact of digitalization on transport and logistics, the application of AI, and advanced technologies to enhance the efficiency of international freight transportation.

Rustamov also attended the TransLogistica Kazakhstan 2026 exhibition, held alongside the forum, where ADY showcased its operations. He evaluated transport and logistics solutions and technologies displayed at the event.

On the sidelines, ADY and AZCON Holding representatives met with Yelzhas Otynshiyev, chairman of the management board of Kazakhstan's national railway operator, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy. Discussions focused on expanding cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan's railway companies, developing the Middle Corridor, increasing transit freight volumes, and introducing digital solutions.

Further talks were held with Zufar Narzullayev, chairman of the management board of Uzbekistan Railways, to enhance regional railway cooperation, utilize international transport corridors more effectively, and improve freight transportation coordination. The meetings underscored the importance of coordinating the transit potential of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, developing railway infrastructure and logistics services, and improving digital information exchange to bolster regional transport links.