Following a trilateral discussion with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that deputy prime ministers from Russia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia would reconvene within seven days to finalize remaining questions about the transport corridors in the South Caucasus. This update was reported by TASS and subsequent briefings clarified the timeline.
Putin stated, in his words, that within a week an agreed meeting date would be set, and that the deputy premiers would address and resolve the issues that remained unclear. He framed the upcoming talks as a constructive move toward steady progress and a timely resolution of outstanding points.
The Russian leader emphasized that the outcome of the talks should be viewed as a favorable development and expressed cautious optimism that the remaining questions would be settled in the near term, aligning with the broader goals of regional connectivity and stability.
Additionally, Putin reaffirmed that Russia has not shifted its stance on the Lachin corridor. He underscored the corridor’s significance to regional traffic and humanitarian considerations, insisting that any decisions must reflect the spirit and the exact wording of the trilateral statement issued by Moscow, Baku, and Yerevan.
Officials highlighted that the next round of discussions would focus on practical mechanisms for corridor operations, safety guarantees, and transparent procedures to monitor traffic flows. The aim is to ensure smooth movement of goods and people while preserving security and sovereignty for all three states involved.
Observers note that the trilateral framework continues to serve as the basis for negotiations, with an emphasis on confidence-building measures and procedural clarity. The forthcoming deputy-level talks are expected to address technical details and establish concrete timelines, offering a path toward durable arrangements that support regional commerce and intergovernmental trust.