ArmInfo. I attach great importance to the relations between Armenia and Artsakh. Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan stated this at a press conference in Artsakh on May 9.
He noted that today's visit will give new impetus to these relations and contribute to the international recognition of Karabakh. The Prime Minister said that during today's meeting between Pashinyan and President of Artsakh Bako Sahakyan, a pre-agreement was reached on cooperation in the field of defense. "We met with representatives of the Defense Army and agreed on our further actions," Pashinyan said.
Touching upon the settlement of the Artsakh issue, Pashinyan noted that if the international community and Azerbaijan want to resolve the Karabakh issue, it is illogical to discuss it in a format that can not be solved. "How can the negotiating process solve a question in which one of the parties does not participate. This is a programmatic question. Armenia is also one of the parties, but it can speak only on its own behalf, Artsakh representatives should speak on behalf of Artsakh. We are for resolving the conflict peacefully. And Azerbaijan, on the contrary, uses aggressive rhetoric. The main factor in resolving the issue is the correct format of the negotiations, "the RA Prime Minister stated.
Pashinyan also said that it is necessary to make every effort for international recognition of Artsakh. "The international community must understand that the essence of the Artsakh issue is a matter connected with human rights. This issue arose when Azerbaijan was not only unable to secure the rights of the Armenian population of Karabakh, but also created the danger of their right to self-determination, a danger to the life of the people of Artsakh. We are ready to continue negotiations on a peaceful settlement, and we believe that any options for a military solution should be excluded, but unfortunately, Azerbaijan acts differently, "concluded Pashinyan.