April 15-16, 2026
Astrakhan, Russia

CCTT Participated as a Partner in the V International Forum «Transport Logistics of the Caspian Region»

The CCTT acted as a partner in organizing the V anniversary International Forum «Transport Logistics of the Caspian Region», held in Astrakhan. The co-organizer of the forum was the Afanasy Nikitin Association.

The event served as a key platform for discussing the development of the transport and logistics ecosystem in the Caspian macroregion and international transport corridors, including the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC).

Key Focus Areas

The business program focused on developing anti-crisis strategies amid the transformation of logistics chains and geopolitical uncertainties. Natalia Stepanova, Deputy Secretary General of the CCTT, moderated the session dedicated to:

  • Economics of transportation along the North-South ITC
  • Anti-crisis logistics strategies

Main Topics Discussed

During the session, presentations were made on:

  • Trade potential between India and Russia
  • Analysis of the situation in Iran and Russian-Iranian trade
  • Bilateral port projects

The forum addressed issues related to:

  • Modernization of port infrastructure
  • Development of transport and logistics centers
  • Railway transportation
  • Cross-border payment challenges
  • Digitalization of procedures

Participants

The event was attended by representatives from:

  • Iran
  • India
  • Azerbaijan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Turkmenistan
  • Other countries