Executive Summary The Middle Corridor is gaining strategic relevance, but its operational limitations remain significant. Without coordinated infrastructure investment and regulatory alignment, its potential will remain constrained. This brief outlines the most immediate bottlenecks and actionable priorities.
Following the collapse of the separatist structure in Nagorno-Karabakh, the region is entering a new phase of uncertainty. Questions around borders, corridors, and long-term peace remain unresolved. Key angles: Zangezur Corridor dynamics Relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan Influence of Russia, Iran, and Western actors
The Middle Corridor linking China to Europe via Central Asia, the Caspian Sea, the Caucasus, and Turkey is rapidly gaining importance as an alternative to Russia-centric routes. With shifting sanctions, supply chain disruptions, and regional ambitions, this corridor is becoming a strategic battleground for influence, infrastructure investment, and economic alignment. Key angles: Role of Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Central Asian states Competition with Belt and Road Initiative routes Strategic implications for Europe-Asia trade