Demining liberated lands creates basis for investment, infrastructure growth - Azerbaijani deputy minister

Clearing Azerbaijan's liberated territories of landmines creates a foundation for attracting investment, developing entrepreneurship, and implementing major infrastructure projects, Report informs, citing statements by Deputy Minister of Economy of Azerbaijan Anar Akhundov during a panel discussion at the 4th International Mine Action Conference.

According to him, to enhance the investment climate, stimulate manufacturing, and foster entrepreneurship in the liberated territories, large-scale support measures and incentive mechanisms are being implemented for both the population and businesses.

He noted that a favorable investment environment is helping attract foreign capital, with investors from Türkiye, Uzbekistan, Lithuania, Switzerland, Russia, Pakistan, and Belarus implementing projects across various economic sectors in the liberated lands.

Akhundov also emphasized that mine clearance and the safe handover of land for use are of critical importance for infrastructure development, including the construction of new highways and railways.

Azerbaijan is executing large-scale transport infrastructure development projects in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur, strengthening the connectivity of the liberated territories with national and international transport networks.

The deputy minister added that the development of the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) project will also contribute to expanding ties between Europe and Asia, enhancing the region's transit, logistics, and investment potential.