- Armenia is planning an east-west goods corridor, including a railway under Russian concession, involving Shirak Province.
- The Akhalkalaki–Kars railway has opened, establishing a new transit route utilizing Georgian and Azerbaijani territory.
- Bilateral train service between Azerbaijan and Georgia resumed, with Azerbaijan Railways operating in Azerbaijan.
Passenger Train Service Resumes Between Baku and Balakan
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What happened
Regular passenger train service on the Baku–Balakan–Baku route will resume on November 20, operating from Baku, and November 21, operating from Balakan. The service had been temporarily suspended due to repair work on the Gakh–Zagatala railway line, which was damaged by flooding, but those repairs are now complete.
From en.apa.az
Why it matters
The resumption of this service boosts national transport sector activity in Azerbaijan. Furthermore, the service improves regional connectivity and market access for the Balakan District and enhances local logistics.
Bilateral train service between Azerbaijan and Georgia has resumed, and the Akhalkalaki–Kars railway has opened, establishing a new transit route.
From en.apa.az
Who's involved
- BalakanCity connected to Baku by the resuming passenger train service.
- BakuCapital city of Azerbaijan, connected to Balakan by the resuming passenger train service.
- AzerbaijanState where Baku serves as the official capital and central administrative hub.