The Embassy of Azerbaijan in Austria organized a roundtable discussion on the \u201cPeace and Stability in the South Caucasus following the historic Washington Agreements between Armenia and Azerbaijan\u201d in Vienna.<\/p>\n
Held on the eve of Remembrance Day of Azerbaijan – September 27, the event was moderated by political analyst Harvey Dzodin.<\/p>\n
The other speakers include Rovshan Sadigbayli, Azerbaijan\u2019s Ambassador to Austria; Austrian attorney Gabriel Lansky; and Vasif Huseynov, Head of Department at the Center of Analysis of International Relations (AIR).<\/p>\n
The panel discussions addressed the history of the Armenia\u2013Azerbaijan conflict, the normalization process, and the latest agreements reached in Washington on August 8, 2025.<\/p>\n
The participants also explored new opportunities for enhancing the region\u2019s economic, trade, and transportation potential following the resolution of the conflict, with particular emphasis on the functioning of the Zangezur Corridor.<\/p>\n
During the event, detailed information was provided regarding the next steps toward establishing lasting peace between the two countries. It was emphasized that following the signing of a peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, Armenia must remove territorial claims against Azerbaijan from its constitution.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the opening of communication routes was highlighted not only as a means to ensure unhindered connectivity between Azerbaijan\u2019s mainland and Nakhchivan, but also as a contribution to the future development of the Middle Corridor linking Asia and Europe. The initiative was described as a peace project that offers mutual benefits for all parties in the region.<\/p>\n
The event also featured discussions on the international legal dimensions of the former conflict, including resolutions adopted by global organizations such as the United Nations and the OSCE.<\/p>\n
The discussions also touched upon Azerbaijan\u2019s role in ensuring Europe\u2019s energy security and its relations with neighbouring countries in the region.<\/p>\n