GENEVA: The anticipated opening of the Zangezur corridor is poised to enhance opportunities significantly for the Turkic world, Turkish Grand National Assembly Chairman Numan Kurtulmus articulated during a meeting with Sahiba Gafarova, the Chairperson of the Azerbaijani Parliament. This corridor is expected to foster substantial economic and cultural exchanges between Azerbaijan and Turkey. According to Trend News Agency, the meeting occurred in Geneva where Kurtulmus congratulated Gafarova on her re-election and the successful conduct of extraordinary elections in Azerbaijan. Kurtulmus highlighted the deepening brotherly ties between the two nations, particularly in the aftermath of the 44-day Second Karabakh War. He noted the extensive construction efforts in Karabakh and East Zangezur as transformative for the region, with the Zangezur corridor being a critical development expected to benefit the entire Turkic community. Gafarova reciprocated the sentiment, appreciating the Turkish Parliament's involveme nt in the Azerbaijani electoral process. She reflected on the robust relationship between the two countries, which she attributed to the enduring legacy of Heydar Aliyev's vision of "one nation, two states." The cooperation extends to mutual support in international arenas and is increasingly evident in parliamentary collaborations. The discussions also covered the positive trajectory of peace and cooperation in the region set by both countries. Additionally, the role of joint parliamentary efforts on global issues such as climate change was acknowledged as vital. The meeting underscored the importance of continuous high-level interactions and the beneficial impact of these on bilateral relations.
Zangezur Corridor Expected to Boost Opportunities for Turkic Nations, Says Turkish Official
- September 3, 2026
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