Ukraine War Fuels Resurgence of Modern “Silk Road”
Central Asian and South Caucasus nations should use the interest in East–West trade through their territory to boost regional connectivity.
· June 10, 2024
Shujaat Ahmadzada is an independent researcher focusing on the South Caucasus, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. He boasts extensive experience in conflict transformation. Shujaat has also excelled in policy advocacy, project management, and lecturing, among multiple professional roles.
Central Asian and South Caucasus nations should use the interest in East–West trade through their territory to boost regional connectivity.
While Baku appears inclined to pursue a “business only” arrangement with the European Union, it’s unclear whether that would be acceptable for Brussels.