Opening of borders will become natural guarantee of lasting peace  -  Armenian MP

ArmInfo. The member of the RA NA delegation to OSCE PA Lilit Minasyan gave a speech at the Committee on Political Affairs and Security of OSCE PA Winter Meeting  going on in Vienna.

"Distinguished colleagues,

Armenia is committed to a foreign policy that prioritizes peace,  cooperation, and the strengthening of our sovereignty and democracy.

In this context, addressing closed borders and advancing peace with  Azerbaijan are key pillars of our efforts to build a more secure and  interconnected region.

Last year, Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a protocol on the joint  activities of the commissions on the delimitation of the state border  between the two countries, basing the delimitation process on the  Alma-Ata Declaration.

The Constitutional Court of Armenia has confirmed that this decision  fully complies with our Constitution.  The protocol was ratified by  the Parliament of Armenia and the President of Azerbaijan. It  represents the first interstate document between Armenia and  Azerbaijan.

A finalized peace treaty with Azerbaijan will be a historic  achievement.

Out of 17 points in the draft peace treaty, we have reached full  agreement on 15. We presented constructive suggestions on the  remaining two points and looking forward to the positive response  from the Azerbaijani side.

It will not only transform the relations between our two countries  but also unlock new opportunities for regional cooperation in trade,  transport, and energy.

However, as we make progress in peace negotiations, we believe that  the opening of borders will become a natural guarantee of a lasting  peace.

Furthermore, the Republic of Armenia has submitted a written proposal  to Azerbaijan on providing railway transportation from Azerbaijan to  Azerbaijan and internationally through the territory of Armenia, and  from Armenia to Armenia and internationally through the territory of  Azerbaijan, and is awaiting Azerbaijan's positive response.

Last but not least, let me reiterate Armenia's commitment to peace,  stability, and regional cooperation.  Together, we can build a future  where borders are crossroads, where conflicts are resolved through  dialogue, and where the people of our region can thrive in peace and  security.