An extensive article titled “Zangezur-korridor: Geopolitikai küzdelmek a Kaukázusban” by Nagy Áron was recently published in Hungarian Magyar Hírlap. The article offers a comprehensive analysis of the ongoing disputes over the Zangezur Corridor—a project envisioned to create a land connection between Azerbaijan and the autonomous Nakhchivan Republic through Armenia.

The piece explains that the conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh and the Zangezur Corridor is not merely a bilateral issue between Azerbaijan and Armenia, but also a convergence point for the strategic interests of major global powers. Following a 2023 Azerbaijani offensive, Armenia has increasingly sought support from France and the United States, while Azerbaijan benefits from backing by Türkiye and, albeit cautiously, from Russia. The article further highlights that China and Iran are also active players in the region’s evolving dynamics.

According to the article, the economic advantages of the Zangezur Corridor are undeniable. The corridor could establish a vital overland route connecting the Caucasus, Central Asia, Türkiye, and Europe, thereby facilitating significant trade flows between Europe and China. However, the initiative also faces political challenges. Türkiye and Azerbaijan view the corridor as a cornerstone for the integration of the Turkic world, whereas Iran and Russia express concerns about potentially losing influence in the region.

Nagy Áron concludes that the geopolitical situation in the Caucasus remains highly volatile and that the future of the Zangezur Corridor depends on a complex interplay of regional developments and the strategic decisions of global powers. He emphasizes that the corridor is far more than just a transportation project—it is a critical element in a broader geopolitical chess game that could reshape the region.

Source: Magyar Hírlap, by Nagy Áron