An analytical article by Roman Gojayev has been published on the platform of the New Lines Institute for Strategy and Policy, focusing on one of the least discussed yet increasingly visible aspects of Armenia–Azerbaijan normalization — the gender dimension of the peace process.
The analysis centers on the agreement reached with U.S. mediation in 2025, linked to the TRIPP (Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity) corridor project. The author examines it not only as an infrastructure and political initiative, but also as part of a broader model of post-conflict settlement.
The key question is whether this process takes into account the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda, established by UN Security Council Resolution 1325. Despite formal commitments, women remain largely excluded from peace negotiations and decision-making mechanisms in both countries.
The article notes that existing National Action Plans on WPS in Armenia and Azerbaijan are implemented only to a limited extent, while the peace process itself remains largely “gender-neutral,” failing to fully address the social consequences of the conflict.
At the same time, the author points to some positive developments, including increased participation of women in state institutions and humanitarian initiatives. However, in his view, without the systematic integration of a gender perspective, the sustainability of long-term peace may remain limited.
The full article is available at the link.
