Turkish minister: Middle Corridor - cultural route bringing nations closer

The Middle Corridor is not merely a transport route linking land and sea—it is also a vital cultural conduit fostering closer ties among nations, Türkiye’s Minister of Family and Social Services, Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş has said.

Speaking at the second gathering of the Ministers of Family and Social Policies from the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS), Göktaş emphasised the route's broader significance beyond logistics and infrastructure, Caliber.Az reports per local media.

“For Turkic nations, the family has always been the cornerstone of society,” she said at the event called 360-degree Middle Corridor - from geopolitics to digital transformation, and from family to green development.

“The Middle Corridor is a project that not only connects regions but also strengthens familial bonds among Turkic states in a broader framework,” Göktaş emphasized.

Göktaş also highlighted Türkiye’s commitment to digital transformation, noting that innovation across all digital sectors is actively encouraged.

“We must prepare future generations to be fully equipped for the digital era,” she stressed. “Türkiye is making swift progress in green and digital transformation. We are even launching a digitalisation initiative for climate action ahead of the COP30 conference in Brazil.”

She concluded by underlining the importance of collective action: “Our shared resolve is a key driving force behind our development. Every step we take will contribute to global peace and prosperity.”

As a reminder, the second meeting of the Ministers of Family and Social Policies from the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) has officially commenced in Baku.

Bringing together officials from the member states, the gathering places a strong emphasis on the vital role of women in contemporary society, sustainable development, and the preservation of traditional values.

As part of the programme, participants also honoured the nation’s heritage with visits to the Alley of Honour, the Alley of Martyrs, and the Victory Monument, underscoring the event’s blend of forward-looking dialogue and respect for history.

 By Aghakazim Guliyev