Euronews: Azerbaijan’s inclusion broadens Central Asian bloc’s geopolitical reach VIDEO

Azerbaijan's inclusion as a full participant in the Consultative Meetings of Central Asian Heads of State represents a significant expansion of the bloc's geographical reach, linking Central Asia more directly with the South Caucasus, per an article published by Euronews.

The article notes that the 7th Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Heads of State, held on November 16 in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, marked a new dawn for regional integration.

The participants backed proposals to establish permanent institutions and elevate diplomatic coordination.

"During a landmark summit in Tashkent that welcomed Azerbaijan as an official member, Central Asian leaders agreed to transform their regional cooperation from a consultative forum into a formal strategic community," the material says.

The piece also notes that integration reflects strengthening economic ties: average industrial production growth in the region is 6% per year, which is twice the global average.

By Khagan Isayev