The trilateral summit in Lachin on May 28, bringing together the leaders of Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Pakistan, is seen as a key strategic move, signaling the emergence of a new geopolitical structure in the region.
Although the summit was organized to mark Azerbaijan’s Republic Day, the event was not purely symbolic. It served as a platform to present plans for deepening political, economic, and military integration. On the same day, the Lachin International Airport was inaugurated, becoming one of the infrastructural pillars of this process.
The summit also gained particular importance through bilateral and multilateral meetings between leaders, the signing of agreements, and the demonstration of shared political will.
The Lachin summit and the opening of Lachin International Airport on the same day are seen as a strategic symbol from both a technical and political perspective. Located at an altitude of 1,800 meters, the facility has become the third airport built on territories reclaimed by Azerbaijan after the 2020 war, and the fifth civilian airport in the country overall.
According to information provided by the President.az website, the airport is equipped with a 3,000-meter runway, a terminal capable of handling 200 passengers per hour, a VIP lounge, and air traffic control systems that meet ICAO and IATA standards. The terminal covers 5,000 square meters and can accommodate multiple international flights simultaneously.
President Erdoğan described the airport as “a reflection of Azerbaijan’s vision for the future”, stressing that it would serve not only as a transport hub but also as a gateway for trade and tourism. President Aliyev, in turn, said the airport would be a key tool for the economic reintegration of the liberated territories and for expanding regional connectivity. It is also emphasized that the airport will strengthen links with Shusha, Kalbajar and other districts, significantly boosting the region’s tourism and logistics potential.
