770 families resettled in Azerbaijan's Khojaly, Aghdara, 800 more expected by year-end

To date, 770 families have been resettled in Khojaly and Aghdara, and by the end of the year, the return of another 800 families is planned.

According to Report, the statement was made by representatives of the Presidential Special Representation in the region during a meeting with a Romanian delegation led by Cristian-Augustin Niculescu-Tigarlas, Senator from Maramures and member of the Romania–Azerbaijan interparliamentary friendship group.

They noted that the general plan for Khankandi is currently under approval:

"Today, the main task is the restoration of the city. A Victory Park is being established in Khankandi, the Victory Museum is under restoration, administrative buildings and residential houses are being built, and new infrastructure projects are being implemented. The priority remains sustainable resettlement, as well as the restoration of infrastructure and the economy. The region offers favorable conditions for investors, with more than 56 million manats already invested. Around 2,200 people have been employed, and with the launch of new facilities by year-end, the number of jobs is expected to exceed 5,000."

Romanian Senator Cristian-Augustin Niculescu-Tigarlas, who visited Khankandi for the first time, praised the beauty of Karabakh, its tourism and industrial potential, and expressed interest in cooperation with the Maramureș region:

"This includes organizing joint folklore, music, dance, and theater festivals, as well as Cultural Days to symbolize brotherly relations, and fostering cooperation in tourism, economy, education, and public diplomacy."

Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to Romania, Gudsi Osmanov, emphasized the significance of interregional cooperation for both countries.

During their visit to Khankandi, the Romanian guests were presented with souvenirs featuring national symbols. They also toured restoration projects in the city, visited Karabakh University, and made a trip to Shusha.