BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 27. The Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) is no longer confined to its region, it now pertains to global trade and the global economy, stated Kitack Lim, Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), TurkicWorld reports.
He has made the remark at the Silk Road Forum in Tbilisi.
"I witnessed a higher level of enthusiasm and motivation from the countries in the region regarding the Middle Corridor project at the Silk Road Forum. This demonstrates their strong determination and understanding of what needs to be done, which is very promising," he said.
IMO secretary general noted that, in terms of the global supply chain, the Middle Corridor will make a significant contribution to the global economy and the expansion of world trade.
"Fostering connections and cooperation will benefit all people, especially the population in the countries of the region," Lim said.
Beginning in China, the Middle Corridor spans across Central Asian nations like Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. Subsequently, it extends through the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye before reaching the European continent.
This strategic route offers a land-based connection between the eastern regions of Asia, including China, and Europe, offering a shorter path compared to lengthy maritime routes.
