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Fatime Letifova
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The informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS)
scheduled to take place on July 5-6 in Shusha is a significant
event for strengthening the solid ties and cooperation between
Azerbaijan and other Turkic states. Such summits are crucial steps
aimed at enhancing the economic, political, and cultural
cooperation of the Turkic world.
Shusha hosting this summit holds special importance. Recognized
as the cultural capital of the Islamic World and Azerbaijan, Shusha
occupies a unique place in Azerbaijani culture. Its liberation by
Azerbaijan following the Second Garabagh War in 2020 has further
increased its strategic and symbolic significance. Hosting an
international event in Shusha highlights Azerbaijan's sovereignty
over these territories and draws international attention to the
reconstruction process in Garabagh.
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It should be noted that the summit serves as an important
platform for strengthening political cooperation among Turkic
states. The Shusha Summit is crucial for enhancing mutual trust
among countries, discussing common issues, and taking steps toward
resolving them.
The Organization of Turkic States places great importance on
developing economic relations among its member countries. Such
summits provide significant opportunities for increasing trade and
investment prospects and promoting regional economic integration
processes. Additionally, they play a vital role in strengthening
cultural ties among Turkic states and in preserving and promoting
common cultural heritage. Shusha, symbolic in this regard, can
contribute to the further strengthening of cultural relations
through such an event.
It's important to remember that the Turkic world brings together
states that are geographically widespread and culturally,
historically, linguistically, and ethnically connected. The Turkic
states are strategically located between Europe, Asia, and the
Middle East. This enhances the region's geopolitical significance,
making it a crucial factor in international relations and energy
policies. For example, Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan's energy
resources, along with Turkye's role as a transit hub between Europe
and Asia, amplify this importance.
Moreover, these countries possess rich natural resources,
especially oil and natural gas reserves. Countries like Kazakhstan
and Turkmenistan, in addition to Azerbaijan, make significant
contributions to the global energy market. These resources are
essential for economic development and regional stability. The
Turkic world also boasts important transportation and logistics
corridors between Central Asia and Europe, fostering regional trade
and economic growth. Projects like the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline
and the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway enhance the region's transit
potential.
The rapidly growing economies of these countries offer
substantial trade and investment opportunities in the region. The
presence of common cultural connections among these nations
provides a solid foundation for strengthening inter-state
cooperation. Within the framework of the Organization of Turkic
States, various initiatives aimed at enhancing economic
cooperation, trade, and investment are being implemented.
The organization also covers cooperation in military and
security spheres, addressing issues of ensuring peace and stability
in the region. Turkic states, particularly Azerbaijan and Turkiye,
work together to defend shared interests on the international
stage. This enables them to hold stronger positions in
international organizations and forums.
The strength and significance of the Turkic world illustrate its
growing influence and role both regionally and internationally.
Further developing this potential will help the Turkic states
become stronger and more influential actors, both individually and
collectively.
The increasing cooperation among the members of the Organization
of Turkic States could alter the balance of power in the region and
create new geopolitical realities. This is especially important for
Azerbaijan, which is among the states strengthening their positions
regionally and internationally.
The counter-offensive operation carried out by the Azerbaijani
army in 2020 and the liberation of Garabagh from Armenian
occupation in just 44 days is proof of this. Additionally, the
COP29 event to be held in Azerbaijan in November further
demonstrates the country's comprehensive development.
In a nutshell, the planned informal summit of the OTS in Shusha
is a significant event in terms of strengthening the unity of the
Turkic states and perspectives for closer cooperation in the
future.
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