Pashinyan Proposes Railway Connection Between Azerbaijan and Nakhchivan via Meghri
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has proposed to Azerbaijan the reopening of a railway connection between Nakhchivan and mainland Azerbaijan through the Armenian town of Meghri. Initially, cargo transportation will be prioritized, with passenger services considered later.
What Did Pashinyan Propose?
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Potential Consequences
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- Economic benefits from freight transit.
- A step toward reducing regional tensions.
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- Improved connectivity with Nakhchivan without requiring detours.
- Strengthened economic and transport cooperation.
What’s Next?
- Baku’s official response is awaited.
- Possible diplomatic negotiations on technical details.
- The project could impact regional stability.
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