Greater consensus on improving the Middle Corridor

Abstract

Western sanctions have curtailed much of the East–West trade that had been occurring via the so-called northern route through Russia, leading to a revival of interest in the Middle Corridor passing through Central Asia and the South Caucasus. China has shifted more export traffic to this route and is paying greater attention to Georgia, in particular. Despite challenges, including geopolitical uncertainties and infrastructure limitations, the outlook suggests continued growth, with ongoing projects such as Georgia’s Anaklia port contributing to the expansion of the Middle Corridor and the reduction of overall transit times.