From the Editor-in-Chief
❄ We wish you joyful holidays and a very happy New Year! ❄
27.12.2025 (Caucasian Journal). The South Caucasus rarely stands still, and 2025 was no exception. For the Caucasian Journal, this year was about staying true to our mission while reinforcing resilience. We focused on bridging local realities with global perspectives, moving beyond surface-level headlines to host the conversations that truly matter — from high-stakes diplomacy and regional security to economic shifts and long-term societal change.
1. Geopolitics & Regional Cooperation: Navigating New Realities
The regional landscape shifted significantly in 2025, and the Caucasian Journal closely followed these developments. In August, we analysed the TRIPP framework (Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity), presenting international perspectives on its implications for Georgia and the wider South Caucasus. This coverage is ongoing: contributions from Azerbaijani and Armenian experts are currently in preparation and will be published in January (check back soon!)
Our diplomatic coverage was further anchored by an in-depth interview in July with Ambassador Ashot Smbatyan. The Ambassador explored the "political peak" of Armenia–Georgia relations, offering a strategic look at how this bilateral partnership serves as a pillar of stability in terms of security and economic dimension.
