Today, Azerbaijan
March 4 2007

EU endeavors for Armenia’s participation in regional projects and
opening of Turkish borders

04 March 2007 [13:51] – Today.Az

EU Special representative in South Caucasus Peter Semneby and
Armenian Premier Andranik Markarian discussed a number of issues on
relations between the EU and Armenia, forthcoming parliamentary
elections, regional cooperation and settlement of Nagorno Karabakh
conflict.

It was concluded that after the EU/Armenia Action Plan signed the
parliamentary elections and democratization process in the country
have become more important.

The EU diplomat said that bringing elections in line with
international standards is crucial for not only Armenia but also the
South Caucasus. Andranik Markarian expressed deep concern over the
construction of the Kars-Akhalkalak-Tbilisi-Baku railway project
which bypasses Armenia.

Peter Semneby said the EU continues to endeavor for Armenian’s
participation in the projects in the South Caucasus and opening of
the Turkey-Armenia borders, adding that the Union is ready to help
settle the Nagorno Karabakh conflict between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

As we have close relations with both Azerbaijan and Armenia,
resolution of the conflict is also to our interests. Although we
don’t take part in the negotiations, we support the process and offer
our help, he noted.

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From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress