Project Logistics Research Articles

Logistics project risk response decision-making for global supply chain resilience and agility: an optimised case-based reasoning

ABSTRACT Logistics projects are critical to the functioning of the global supply chains (GSC), encountering various disruptions and risks. Sound Risk Response Decisions (RRDs) on logistics projects are imperative to ensure the GSC’s resilience and agility. Besides risk correlations, Project Interdependencies (PIs) and Limited Historical Information (LHI) impede RRDs. To address these challenges, an optimised Case-Based Reasoning combining the Decision-Making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) and Stratified Ordinal Priority Approach (SOPA) is proposed. Risks are categorised as referable and non-referable based on LHI using the Jaccard similarity. The strategies for referable risks are derived from similar cases retrieved through the weights of risks and project attributes and three similarities considering PIs. SOPA is developed to find weights with the Interdependent Uncertain Events (IUEs). DEMATEL is employed to access risk centrality degree similarity considering PIs and risk correlations. Expert input is sought for non-referable risk strategies. An optimisation model incorporating secondary risk correlations is built to generate strategies for all risks. The proposed approach is validated through a numerical example. Analysis informs that (1) PIs, LHI, and IUEs are necessary for sound RRDs; (2) decision outcomes are sensitive to logistics project managers who are risk-averse or exhibit moderate consideration of secondary risks.

Трансформация структуры государственного долга по составу кредиторов в странах Центральной Азии и Южного Кавказа

The rapid growth of public debt in developing countries in recent years and the increasing risks associated with this process emphasize the importance of research in this area. The article examines one of the key aspects of public debt management — the structure of creditors’ debt portfolio. The object of the study is the public debt of four countries of Central Asia and three countries of the South Caucasus. The states of this region are important foreign economic partners of Russia, their contribution to mutual trade and realization of joint projects is growing. Their role in the global and regional economy is also expanding, including participation in major transport and logistics projects designed to increase the connectivity of Eurasia. The study is based on the data of international organizations on the total volume of public debt, debt to individual external creditors and the dynamics of macroeconomic indicators. The article examines changes in the structure of the main groups of creditors for each country over three long-term periods and analyzes similarities and differences in the observed structural shifts. It also decomposes the indicator of public debt dynamics and estimates the contribution of the economic growth factor and the effects of changes in countries’ debt to certain groups of creditors. The study identified the following key trends in public debt structural changes: 1) the declining role of bilateral loans from developed and developing countries since the 2000s; 2) the continued strong influence of debt raised from international financial organizations and development banks in most countries throughout the period under study; 3) in a number of countries, a gradual increase in market sources of debt financing (domestic and Eurobonds); the increasing role of loans from China — in the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Tajikistan, etc. The study identifies reasons for these structural changes, and concludes with a discussion of the risks associated with the observed shifts in the structure of public debt.

Qualitative analysis about best practices and project management tools in intralogistics

Project management in automotive manufacturing is crucial due to the dynamism in updating operating models and high investment in the supply chain and logistics. This article presents a systematic literature review of 134 articles (2011-2023) from four relevant databases (IEEE, ScienceDirect, Scopus, Taylor & Francis) with the purpose of exploring the best practices in project management applied in intralogistics activities. Analyzing aspects such as country, management methods and techniques, solution levels in internal logistics projects, business line, among other items. The findings will identify opportunities that contribute to academic indicators and the generation of proposals in the automotive industry in Mexico, focused on the fulfillment of projects and management according to their context.

BRICS enlargement: Benefits for Russia and priority areas for further cooperation

Aim. To identify the advantages of BRICS enlargement and justify the most priority areas of further cooperation from the point of view of Russia’s geopolitical and geo-economic interests. Objectives. To study scientific materials in the context of the research topic; to assess the impact of BRICS on the political situation in the world arena and identify promising areas of further cooperation; to assess the change in the balance of power in the global energy market; to identify the most effective areas of cooperation between the countries to ensure BRICS security; to specify the relevant interaction between the countries in the financial sphere; to assess the impact of BRICS on integration with African countries; to identify the most priority areas of further cooperation; to identify the most effective areas of cooperation between the countries of the BRICS and Russia.Methods. The study uses the methods of analysis, synthesis, generalization, and systematic approach.Results. The article assesses the advantages of the expansion of the association and the directions of further cooperation from the point of view of Russian geopolitical and geo-economic interests. The article substantiates that the most promising areas of cooperation are deepening the coordination of foreign policy of the BRICS countries, implementation of measures to ensure collective security, establishment of monopoly pricing in the energy market, introduction of a common settlement system and a single unit of account for the countries of the association, implementation of large-scale logistics projects. The author proposes a mechanism for pricing commodities in BRICS units of account, whereby the exchange market price in BRICS units of account is adjusted by the BRICS countries based on agreements between them.Conclusions. BRICS is changing the vector of global development from unipolar to multipolar. Russia, being in the center of these processes, increases its political weight due to the commitment of more and more countries to the ideas of changing the existing world order. The most priority areas for further interaction are the work in the direction of foreign policy coordination of the member countries, joint search for effective responses to the challenges and threats to international and regional security, closer cooperation in the field of pricing in the energy market, financial sphere, scientific and technical sector and high technology; implementation of global logistics projects.

Impact Assessment of Logistics on Project Management

This study aims to create a model for assessing the impact of logistics on projects and based on this model to reveal the role of logistics in the management of various projects and to assess the impact of logistics and supply chain on projects and their implementation. For the present study, the possible impact of logistics on projects management have been identified, which are related to the assessment of the impact of logistics on the project schedule; assessment of the impact of logistics on project costs; assessment of the impact of logistics on project supplies and assessment of the impact of logistics on project risks. The study focuses on assessing the impact of logistics and supply chains on project management. A survey was conducted on 110 projects implemented in the period 2018- 2022. The survey was completed by project managers. The study includes investment, technical, innovative, research and scientific, and volunteer projects. The strength of the relationship between variables for which the presence of dependence is established is carried out by Cramer’s V. Relationships have been established between the person responsible for logistics activities in the project and the main risks that affect the delay in project implementation. The study aims to demonstrate the positive effect of implementing effective logistics practices and demonstrate the importance of logistics in project management and the impact that logistics activities can have on planning deadlines and project schedules, which will reflect on the cost of projects and the quality of implementation. The main characteristics of project logistics are revealed and on this basis, the assessment of the impact of logistics on project management is derived. The findings indicate that the main problems in project management are related to the violation of the schedule and therefore to increased costs.

Trans-Caspian International Transport Route: A Kazakhstani Perspective on Challenges, Opportunities, and Prospects

The sustainable development of transport and logistics systems and projects is one factor for the successful development of states and an indicator of integration processes in certain regions, including Central Asia. This study is devoted to the analysis of some aspects of the diversification of the external transport and logistics infrastructure; namely, an assessment of the potential of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) from the perspective of the Republic of Kazakhstan. While the route is useful for trade in multiple sectors, this paper will focus on the shipment of petroleum products via the TITR. Despite the absence of restrictions on the transit of goods to Europe through Russia, there are serious challenges to increasing the delivery time. The development of transport and logistics infrastructure is also relevant for Kazakhstan in the context of its new foreign policy role in the international arena to strengthen interregional cooperation. This requires serious attention and research into potentially promising routes. One of these routes is the TITR. Its development can significantly strengthen the economic position of Kazakhstan and strengthen its diplomatic potential. Along with this, there are several challenges and difficulties that need to be analyzed and overcome.

Cold Chain Logistics Projects and Performance of Horticulture Export Companies in Rwanda: A Case of Horticulture Exporters Association of Rwanda (HEAR)

Globally, the top three markets for horticulture imports are Europe, the US, and the UAE. The general objective of this study aims to assess the effects of cold chain logistics projects on performance of horticulture exports companies in Rwanda: a case study of Horticulture Exporters association of Rwanda. The specific objectives of this study aim: to assess the effects associated with costs incurred in cold chain logistics on performance of horticulture exports companies in Rwanda, to evaluate the contributions of technology used in cold chain logistics on performance of horticulture exports companies in Rwanda and to determine the effects of geographic location of cold chain stores on performance of horticulture exports companies in Rwanda. Research focused on system theory and resource-based theory. By combining quantitative and qualitative analytic techniques, the researchers used a correlational approach to look for patterns in the interactions between the study's components. The research was based on responses from 92 out of 120 respondents from Rwanda’s horticulture export company. Statistical sampling and other methods were part of the "mixed method" approach utilized in the study. Stratified and random sampling was used to pick the exporters, whilst convenient and purposive sampling were used to select the participants from the cold chain logistics management group. Using both personal and secondary sources, the research aimed to determine the impact of cold chain logistics on the growth of Rwandan horticultural export businesses. For the main data set, which covered the years 2021–2023, researchers utilized closed-ended questions to survey participants. For the secondary data set, they combed through financial records and relevant documents from cold chain facilities. The data was analyzed using version 24 of the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences, a widely used statistical tool in the field of social science. Descriptive data were presented in tables displaying percentages and frequencies. Additionally, regression analysis was conducted to delve deeper into the relationship between the study variables. The findings suggest that there are significant associations between certain factors and performance. Firstly, the cost associated with cold trucks and cold rooms demonstrated a strong positive relationship with performance (β = 0.427, p <0.05). This implies that higher expenditures in maintaining cold trucks and rooms tend to correspond with better performance among horticulture exports companies. Secondly, technology used in cold chain logistics also exhibited a positive relationship with performance, although the effect size was smaller and the p-value slightly higher (β = 0.395, p<0.05). This indicates that employing advanced technology in managing the cold chain logistics process may contribute positively to the performance of these companies. Finally, the geographic location of cold chain stores displayed a significant positive relationship with performance (β = 0.879, p<0.05). The results show that horticultural export companies may boost their performance and profits by investing in cold chain logistics, refrigeration, and holding facilities. If Rwanda wants to make its horticulture exports more competitive, HEAR should weigh the pros and cons of various cold truck and cold room solutions before making a final decision.

Soziale Logistik: Öffentlicher Nahverkehr als regionaler Verteiler von Gütern in ländlichen Regionen. Chancen für die langfristige Etablierung eines nachhaltigen regionalen Logistikkonzepts

This paper presents initial findings on the establishment of a social logistics project in a peripheral rural region in Germany. As part of a real-life laboratory, two services were developed and tested with the aim of improving rural supply: the delivery of regional goods and the return of online orders in cooperation with a regional public transport provider, regional retailers and parcel services. An evaluation team provided support to the project in identifying, monitoring, and documenting the societal impact of the services and promoted impact-oriented project management. The concept of providing services of general interest through social logistics and testing them in a real-world laboratory was based on preliminary work in the region. The results indicate that this approach can promote this type of social logistics in the long term. A social logistics approach does not focus solely on economic aspects but emphasises social and environmental benefits for the region. A real-world laboratory approach enables an environment that promotes open exchange, involvement of different stakeholders and joint problem solving in a reflective, iterative process. This methodological approach enabled the continuation and out-scaling of the service’s core offerings immediately after ending the test phase and is seen as an important prerequisite for establishing a long-term perspective.

Automation and digitalisation of transport forwarding services or logistics

With the spread of globalisation, the transition of various states to common standards, including in the field of international freight transportation, becomes especially relevant. The purpose of this work is to assess the effectiveness of logistics in examples of countries that are members of the Commonwealth of Independent States, as well as the USA, to compare them and identify key trends in the development of the field of road freight transport. In this work, methods of statistical analysis and forecasting were applied, graphs of the logistics efficiency index of the countries studied were drawn up and the most promising international transport and logistics projects were identified. As a result, logistics performance indices were obtained in the context of indicators from 2007 to 2023, and the average Commonwealth indicator was determined and compared with a similar indicator of the USA. Also, key innovations in the field of transport services were considered, allowing Western companies to have a significant advantage in the development of logistics efficiency. The prospects of Commonwealth countries in the leading Eurasian transport corridors and the advantages of such integration in comparison with intra-union projects were determined.

Проблема «Зангезурского коридора» в современной политике Ирана и России на Южном Кавказе

For many decades, the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan was one of the most important processes in Transcaucasia. He had the most direct influence on both the geopolitical and trade and economic situation in the region. In addition, the protracted nature of the confrontation and the inability of Yerevan and Baku to find common ground have become the main obstacle to the development of regional logistics. Therefore, the events that have unfolded in Nagorno-Karabakh since 2020 and the subsequent reconciliation between the conflicting parties have raised the hope among many that all problems will soon become a thing of the past. At the same time, it has recently become obvious that a number of regional players have decided to take advantage of the current situation. In this case, we are talking about Iran, which is making every effort to increase its regional status, including through new trade, economic and logistics projects. One of them could be the so-called “Araks Corridor” or “Iranian Path”, which should finally bury the idea of building the long-suffering “Zangezur Corridor”. And this is especially important at the present stage for Iran’s foreign trade and economic policy, when, on the one hand, there is a process of relative stabilization in the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict, and, on the other, Iranian-Russian relations in the region are developing. The purpose of this article is to study the modern policies of Iran and Russia in the South Caucasus, in particular their position regarding the problem of the “Zangezur Corridor” in the context of a slight weakening of the confrontation between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

PROSPECTS FOR RUSSIAN-IRANIAN ENERGY COOPERATION

Due to the withdrawal of the United States under Republican President D. Trump in 2018 from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) to resolve the Iranian nuclear crisis, non-Western vector of foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) (China, India, Russia, Turkey and other states) has strengthened. It became particularly apparent with the coming to power of a conservative president close to the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ebrahim (Ibrahim) Raisi. Seeking to escape the foreign policy isolation and financial and economic sanctions pressure created by the United States and its allies, Tehran is increasingly participating in the activities of major international entities such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (Iran became a full member of the Organization on July 4, 2023), the Eurasian Economic Union (Interim Free Trade Agreement is in force) and BRICS (a member of the organization since January 1, 2024).Thus, Iran declares itself as a successfully developing regional center of power. The article pays special attention to the development of energy (with Russia, Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan), transport and logistics projects (with Azerbaijan, a railway through Iran to Nakhichevan) with neighboring countries. Under President Raisi new gas and oil fields were discovered. In the future they will ensure greater production and exports. With Russia, Iran in the medium term plans to realize swap gas supplies to Iran through the territory of Turkmenistan, as well as to create a gas hub on the coast of Makran to export its own and Russian energy carriers to the countries of South and Southeast Asia. The government of I. Raisi pays special attention to the development of the Macran Free Economic Zone (FEZ) and the FEZ of Kish Island. At the same time, this is a significant territory not only in geo-economic, transportation and logistics, but also in military terms: the seaports of Chahbehar and Jask are geostrategic at the crossroads of energy communications of the Middle East and South (and further Southeast) Asia.

Project logistics: influential factors of transporting project cargo in the Balkan region

Purpose of the article – Abnormal cargo will create abnormal problems and those require exceptional logistics solutions. This study delves into the complexities and challenges of transporting project cargo, explicitly focusing on items with extraordinary dimensions, weights, and shapes. Despite its small volume in global cargo flow, project cargo presents significant operational risks and contributions, particularly in the logistics sector. The research concentrates on the Balkan Peninsula, aiming to unravel the critical factors influencing project cargo transport and highlighting the challenges faced by industry experts. Research methodology – Employing the Delphi method, initially developed for military applications and now prevalent in project management, the research seeks expert consensus on critical elements affecting project cargo logistics in the Balkans. This method facilitates the gathering and analysis of expert opinions to identify and address the core factors impacting project cargo transport. Findings – The study uncovers various critical factors and challenges in project cargo logistics within the Balkan region. It provides insights into risk minimization, deviation control, and effective achievement of logistical objectives. Practical implications – The research offers valuable perspectives for reducing risks and optimizing operations in project cargo transport. It also opens avenues for further research and development in the project logistics sector in the Balkans, contributing to enhanced efficiency and effectiveness. Originality/Value – This research contributes uniquely by focusing on the lesser-explored area of project cargo transport in the Balkans. Employing the Delphi method brings forward expert insights, thus enriching the academic and practical understanding of this specialized logistics sector.

SUSTAINABILITY IN THE MANAGEMENT OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN AND THE RETURN ON THE REVERSE LOGISTICS

This study addresses sustainability in supply chain management and return on reverse logistics, in order to measure the economic and financial feasibility of implementing reverse logistics projects through insight surveys of costs and expenses involved by company characterized as an effective tool for analyzing and managing costs. This indicator allows comparisons between the savings in relation to the amount of capital invested, making it relevant to the evaluation of results and strategic decisions of the company. The development work is guided by an exploratory research which aims to identify possible ways and procedures that can be followed and evaluated for the construction of the proposed funding model, and indicate possible ways and procedures that can be followed and evaluated for the calculation in question.

The Indian experience of region building as a way to counter competitive regionalism in the Asia-Pacific region and the Middle East

The subject of the study is the modern regional integration of India on the example of the associations I2U2 and IMEC. The aim of the research is to identify successful methods and approaches of India, which it uses in integration efforts in the Asia-Pacific region. India's successful approaches to the process of adapting to new challenges against the background of China's strengthening in the region are being studied. The basis of the work is a systematic approach and analysis of statistical data, as well as event analysis and content analysis of official documents, Internet sources, historical and institutional methods, induction and deduction methods are used, theories of new regionalism and transregionalism, as well as the theory of regional security blocks are applied. The relevance of the study is determined by the complicated geopolitical situation in which Russia needs to apply more effective practices for rapid integration in this region. The scientific novelty consists in applying theoretical developments to a practice-oriented study of empirically observed regionalization processes in the Asia-Pacific region. In the context of a changing world order, India uses the new opportunities through new region building, applies the approaches of cooperative regionalism and transregionalism, and cooperates on all inter-regional platforms. It finds new partners and markets for its products, participates in integration associations and puts forward its own transport and logistics projects. This helps the country consolidate its leading position. India's integration experience plays a significant practical role for Russia and for other countries striving for development and leadership.

Огляд впровадження автоматизованих і роботизованих систем для оптимізації логістичних процесів у рамках проєктів та програм

In today’s world, innovations in project management are becoming a determining factor for achieving competitive advantages. This article discusses the topical issue of innovative methods of process management in projects and programs, focusing on their impact on logistical aspects. The main goal is to unleash the potential of automated and robotic systems to optimize and increase the efficiency of logistics processes in projects. The article highlights the key aspects of the implementation of automation in logistics processes, in particular the speed and accuracy of tasks, optimization of routes and planning, reduction of errors and costs, as well as ensuring continuity of work. It is noted that these aspects can significantly improve the productivity and efficiency of logistics processes, contributing to the achievement of the set goals of projects and programs. Examples of successful implementation of automated and robotic systems in real projects are provided. In particular, the implementation of a tracking system in the company SystemGroup is considered, automation of warehouse operations in Forstor Industry and the use of automated vehicles in logistics networks. These examples illustrate the concrete benefits and successes that can be achieved through the latest technologies in logistics projects. However, it is emphasized that the benefits of using automation and robotics include increased productivity, reduced errors, and increased logistics management capabilities. Innovative methods of process management in projects and programs, especially taking into account logistical aspects, are becoming an important factor in achieving high efficiency and competitiveness.

Векторы экономического сотрудничества Узбекистана и Китая

Located in the center of Central Asia, Uzbekistan has become an important link in Beijing’s transport and logistics projects developed within the framework of the Chinese “One Belt, One Road” initiative. After Sh.Mirziyoyev came to power in the republic in 2016, there was an intensification of cooperation between the two countries, which contributed to the transformation of China into the main trading partner and investor of Uzbekistan. Based on the results of meetings between the leaders of the People's Republic of China and the Republic of Uzbekistan in 2023-2024. agreements were concluded that significantly strengthened the Chinese presence in the Uzbek economy and humanitarian sphere. Currently, one of the priorities of economic cooperation between the two countries is the electric power industry, with a special role being given to China’s assistance in the development of “green energy” in Uzbekistan. The growing dependence on China, and not only economic, limits the multi-vector foreign policy that Uzbekistan and other Central Asian countries have proclaimed.

数字乡村背景下农村物流工程建设策略研究

数字乡村背景下农村物流工程建设策略研究

МЕСТО И РОЛЬ МАЛОГО ПРЕДПРИНИМАТЕЛЬСТВА В ОПТОВОЙ ТОРГОВЛЕ В УСЛОВИЯХ КОНСОЛИДАЦИИ ПОТРЕБИТЕЛЬСКОГО РЫНКА

The digital age provides industries with innovative tools, inevitably transforming traditional business processes into new models. Over the past two decades, trade has undergone significant changes, going from family-format chain stores to eco-systems aimed at making profits for investors, radically changing the business goals and objectives of trade organizations. The possibilities of functioning and maintaining the competitiveness of wholesale trade enterprises belonging to small business entities in the context of total globalization require separate study. The authors investigated the role of wholesale trade of small businesses in modern conditions. The specifics of the product being sold are indicated, which allows the functioning of these trading enterprises in the paradigm of fierce competition from medium and large businesses. The functions of wholesale trade of small businesses are defined, including in conditions of unstable geopolitics and disruption of logistics chains. The social role of wholesale trade related to small business entities in the consumer market is formulated. The prospects for the development of wholesale trade of small businesses within the framework of the implementation of state programs at the national and regional levels, as well as in the process of implementing international logistics projects (international transport corridors) are substantiated.

Process of effective management of the Eurasian transport system on the terms of integration

Transformation of international relations caused by geopolitical processes significantly affects the development trends in foreign trade activities, global restructuring of goods movement channels, changes in the conditions of currency and customs regulation, lending, and investment. Ensuring stability, security and prosperity in the Eurasian region meets interests of many states, primarily Russia and China, as well as their closest partners. The implementation of the project on construction and modernization of the Eurasian transport system will not only neutralize risks in the context of international challenges, but will also contribute to the new ecosystem creation with great potential in the new realities. Harmonization and joint coordination of actions in accordance with the integration process progressive implementation to create a regional ecosystem in the international format will contribute to the creation of mutually beneficial partnership, development of sustainable long-term ties for implementing trade, scientific, production, and logistics projects. Conceptual provisions of the integration process to create a regional ecosystem will help to create sustainable conditions for economic development and increase corporate, sectoral and regional policies effectiveness. Building an international architecture of strategic partnership in the format of regional and sectoral interactions is a real and potentially successful approach to increase regional economic cooperation efficiency. The relevance of the study is also confirmed by the provisions of the project on transport and logistics and economic cooperation development until 2030 in priority strategic directions, primarily in financial, industrial-technological and transport, and logistics areas. The scientific novelty of the study lies in a comprehensive and integrated study of the role and regional cooperation potential and economic processes integration in China and Russia in the new ecosystem of the Greater Eurasian Partnership, as well as development of mutually beneficial cooperation between the states of the region in economic, political and humanitarian spheres. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the justification of the construction and implementation of a joint transport and logistics project on the terms of integration between China and Russia, which will predetermine the creation of the Greater Eurasian Partnership new ecosystem named with long-term mutually beneficial multilateral cooperation at the international level in the economic, political, and humanitarian fields.

Azerbaijani-Iranian Relations After the Second Karabakh War: Features and Trends

The study presents an analysis of bilateral relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan (RA) and the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) after the Second Karabakh War (SKW), identifying the sources of tension and new trends in their relations. On the one hand, the participation of RA and IRI in large-scale Eurasian transport and logistics projects allows both countries to play a special role in regional politics, and on the other hand, the full-fledged security of the South Caucasus region, including its current position in the system of international relations, largely depends on the level and quality of Azerbaijani-Iranian relations. The purpose of this study is to identify the features and trends of Azerbaijani-Iranian relations after the Second Karabakh War. The author analyzes the reasons for the aggravation of bilateral relations after the SKW in terms of domestic and foreign policy factors. If ethno-political and religious-ideological factors are considered as domestic political reasons, then the nature of the development of relations between Azerbaijan and Türkiye, Azerbaijan and Israel, and Iran and Armenia is assessed as a foreign policy aspect that led to the deterioration of Azerbaijani-Iranian relations. In addition, conducting military exercises by the two countries near the Azerbaijani-Iranian state border, the position of the Iranian authorities against the opening of the Zangezur corridor, and the attack on the Azerbaijani embassy in Tehran at the end of January 2023 also contributed to the deepening of the escalation between the RA and the IRI. Along with this, a new positive trend is also emerging in bilateral relations. The volume of trade turnover between the two countries has traditionally decreased during crisis situations; however, despite the fact that Azerbaijani-Iranian political relations are currently experiencing the worst period in their history, the development of relations in the trade and economic spheres is observed, which is a new trend in the interactions between Baku and Tehran. Thus, not only the problems caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus infection in the economies of the two countries, but also the intensification of work on transport projects in the South Caucasus create conditions for maintaining and increasing the level of trade and economic relations.