The transit regime for landlocked states. International law and development perspectives.

Abstract

Not all countries are blessed with an advantage of having access to sea. These countries constitute a singular sub grouping called landlocked states. Geographical factor is the main drawback in the development process and trade competitiveness of these countries. Landlocked countries are the ones not having any seacoast as opposed to other geographically disadvantaged states. They are also among the most underperforming countries in the world measured by various economic dimensions. There is empirical evidence that landlockedness puts repercussions on the socio- economic development of these countries. Thus, this essay sets out to examine the desperate plight of Landlocked States caused by a geographic handicap. Additionally, the Republic of Armenia‘s, being a landlocked state, not only can’t avoid the susceptibility and obstacles brought by the absence of access to sea, but also suffers more than other landlocked countries due to lack of natural resources and border blockages. So, in this regard, this issue is a significant one for Armenia that demands special study.