RZD: Freight Volume to Armenia Up via Azerbaijan
The volume of freight transport between Russia and Armenia has increased, with Russian goods now being routed through Azerbaijan to Armenia, according to RZD head Oleg Belozeryov. He emphasized that RZD is fully fulfilling its obligations under the concession agreement and called the arrangement the most effective option for developing Armenia's rail infrastructure.
Consensus
- The volume of freight transport between Russia and Armenia increased.
- Russian goods are being transported to Armenia through Azerbaijan.
- RZD head Oleg Belozeryov stated that the previous system was closed but now there are additional transport opportunities to Armenia.
- RZD is fulfilling its obligations under the concession agreement with Armenia.
- RZD considers the current arrangement the most effective for developing Armenia's rail infrastructure.
- The Russian government is supporting the reconstruction of railways in Armenia.
- The issue of the South Caucasus Railway may lead to international arbitration if not resolved amicably.
- RZD has not commented on potential future actions by Armenian authorities.
Points of divergence
- Belozeryov expressed surprise and disbelief at Prime Minister Pashinyan's statement regarding the South Caucasus Railway. — vedomosti
- Belozeryov did not comment on possible future actions by Armenian authorities. — vesti
Coverage (3 sources)
- Head of RZD: volume of freight transport with Armenia increased — Ведомости
- RZD Head Belozеров named Russian goods needed for Armenia — Вести
- In RZD pointed to growth in volume of transport with Armenia — Вести