(MENAFN- AzerNews)
Qabil Ashirov read more When talking about energy production and rapid construction
works in Azerbaijan, the liberated territories of Karabakh are
mentioned in the foreground. The rapid construction work initiated
by the country's leadership shows once again that a positive period
awaits the economy of Azerbaijan in the near or far future.
In his comments to Azernews, the Azerbaijani economist Eldeniz
Amirov stressed that the territories freed from the occupation are
important for Azerbaijan in various sectors of the economy.
'The territories of Karabakh are considered to be very favorable
from the point of view of tourism, alternative energy, as well as
agriculture.'
According to the expert, the territories of Karabakh can
contribute to the development of agriculture. From this point of
view, the territories of Karabakh are considered a kind of
guarantor of Azerbaijan's food security:
'This region will have a special role in ensuring the country's
food security and will give its contribution.'
The economist added that although a large amount of money is
currently being spent in Karabakh, it may have great outcomes in
the near future.
'Of course, today the territories of Karabakh that have been
freed from the occupation are the areas that consume more
resources. Investments are made here, construction works are
carried out, mines are cleared, infrastructure projects are
implemented, and at the same time, energy is provided, all of which
require money. However, even if it takes a long time after the
works are completed, the return on the investment will begin.'
Eldeniz Amirov clarified the issue of alternative energy in
Karabakh territories. He said that the energy produced in Karabakh
is 5% of the total energy production in the country.
'Azerbaijan has an energy potential of more than 200 gigawatts
across the country, of which 157 gigawatts are in the Caspian Sea.
As for the liberated territories in Karabakh, the energy potential
here is 10 gigawatts.'
According to E. Amirov, the share of tourism to be developed in
Karabakh can be invaluable in the growth of the country's economy.
He also connected the acceleration of the processes with the
opening of the Zangezur corridor.
'Naturally, after the completion of demining works, it is
expected to create wide opportunities for both foreign and domestic
tourism in these areas. At the same time, 25 percent of the
country's water potential falls to this area. That is, there is the
potential to install not only alternatives but other power plants.
Of course, after the opening of the Zangazar corridor, the
potential of this place will be better used.'
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