ASTANA, Kazakhstan, May 29. One of the key
drivers of development within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is
the diversification of transport links, which will significantly
contribute to the growth of trade turnover and the strengthening of
economic cooperation among member states, Deputy Prime Minister of
Armenia, Mher Grigoryan said during the meeting of the Supreme
Eurasian Economic Council in Astana, Trend reports.
Grigoryan noted that transport infrastructure represents a
strategic component of sustainable economic growth and the
integration of EAEU member states. According to him, the expansion
and optimization of logistical routes will ensure more predictable
and transparent trade, reduce transaction costs, and create new
opportunities for manufacturers to access foreign markets.
“The diversification of transport links is considered a key
instrument for strengthening economic ties and increasing
efficiency in cooperation with third countries, as well as for the
implementation of free trade agreements,” Grigoryan emphasized.
He added that the development of transport infrastructure will
contribute to reducing cargo transit times, improving coordination
between ports, rail, and road networks, and facilitating the
integration of small and medium-sized enterprises into shared
supply chains.
The Deputy Prime Minister also stressed that reliable transport
connectivity is essential for the effective advancement of new
trade agreements and for ensuring stable trade turnover amid global
economic uncertainty.
According to him, investments in transport and logistics will
enable EAEU countries to strengthen their positions in the
international arena and create conditions for sustainable economic
development.
Grigoryan confirmed that Armenia is ready to actively
participate in the implementation of these initiatives, including
the development of joint transport and logistics projects,
coordination with partner states, and the expansion of cooperation
with external partners.
He emphasized that transport cooperation will remain one of the
priority areas of the EAEU integration agenda in the coming
years.
