Stockholm, June 25, 2025 – The Europe Today: The influential Swedish portal Diplomatic World Sweden, widely read by political figures and diplomatic missions across the country, has published a comprehensive article spotlighting the Middle Corridor as a dynamic modern extension of the historic Great Silk Road. The feature places particular emphasis on Azerbaijan’s pivotal role in shaping this vital Eurasian transport route.
Described as a key architect of the Middle Corridor — officially known as the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) — Azerbaijan is credited with transforming itself into a central hub between Europe and Asia. The article underscores how Azerbaijan’s advantageous geographic position, coupled with substantial investments in infrastructure, has elevated its strategic importance within the emerging global logistics landscape.
The Middle Corridor provides a profitable and efficient alternative to traditional routes that pass through Russia or the Suez Canal. By significantly reducing cargo transit times between China and Europe to just 10–15 days, the route has gained prominence amidst rising global crises and the urgent need to diversify supply chains.
The portal quotes Hikmet Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan, who remarked: “The Central Corridor is not just a transport project, but also an instrument of intercultural dialogue and regional cooperation for Azerbaijan. Roads and trade routes are a logical continuation of the country’s thousand-year-old cultural heritage as a bridge between civilizations.”
The article also draws attention to Azerbaijan’s broader development initiatives, including its commitment to digital transformation, renewable energy, and the modernization of key infrastructure. Landmark projects such as the Baku International Sea Trade Port, the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway, and investments in critical transit facilities reflect the country’s strategic vision to strengthen regional connectivity and foster sustainable economic growth.
The publication reaffirms Azerbaijan’s growing role in international trade and diplomacy, positioning it as a cornerstone of modern Eurasian integration.
