Ankara Falls Behind Paris: A New Geopolitical Rivalry in Central Asia

Central Asia is becoming a new front in the geopolitical rivalry between Turkey and Europe. The recent OTS summit in Bishkek highlighted tensions over Northern Cyprus, with Ankara pushing for inclusion and Central Asian states leaning toward EU positions. France’s growing role and EU investments challenge Turkey’s traditional dominance in the Turkic world.

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Facts and Figures

The number of Azerbaijanis living in Switzerland is approximately 700.
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In 2023, the trade volume between Azerbaijan and Switzerland amounted to 276 million Swiss francs.
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Switzerland is the 8th most significant investor in Azerbaijan.
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Azerbaijan is Switzerland's most important trading partner in the South Caucasus. In 2022, the trade volume amounted to 420 million CHF.
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Azerbaijan ranks 91st among Switzerland's trading partners.
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In 2023, Switzerland invested 70.6 million US dollars in Azerbaijan's economy.
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In 2023, Azerbaijan invested 40.7 million US dollars in Switzerland's economy.
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In the first quarter of 2024, Switzerland invested 6.5 million euros in Azerbaijan's economy.
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By the end of 2022, according to the statistics of Swiss nationals living abroad, there were 40 Swiss men and women living in Azerbaijan.
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Azerbaijan's investments in Switzerland exceed $2.2 billion.
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Launch of the Voice of South Caucasus Bulletin

Voice of South Caucasus is a new bulletin by the Caspian-Alpine Society, offering concise, fact-based insights into key political, economic, and social developments across Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. Curated by regional experts, it helps readers understand emerging dynamics and transformations in this geopolitically significant region. Subscribe for regular updates.

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Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Georgia: The New Geopolitical Reality of the South Caucasus

Türkiye, Azerbaijan, and Georgia have developed a strategic trilateral partnership, emphasizing energy, transportation, and security. Key projects like the Middle Corridor and Zangezur Corridor strengthen regional connectivity. While Türkiye expands its influence through economic and military cooperation, challenges such as economic instability and geopolitical competition shape the future of this alliance.

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Experts

Geopolitical Analyst
Vusal Guliyev
Senior Research Fellow
Shahla Jalilzade
IT and Digitalization Expert
Jamal Ali
Socio-Political Analytics
Aytan Gahramanova Socio-Political Analytics
Multimedia Artist, Filmmaker, Philosopher
Teymur Daimi
Opinion Writer
Dr. Orkhan Zamanli
Opinion Writer, Historian
Azer Ziyadli
Maryam Gulamova Karabekiroglu Editor in Chief
Senior Research Fellow
Saleh Mehdizade
Senior Research Fellow
Dunya Sakit
Opinion Writer
Alekper Aliyev Writer
Political Analyst
Gadir Aslan
Science Columnist
Yalchin Islamzade Science Columnist
Political Analyst
Rustam Taghizade

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