DAVUTOGLU REAFFIRMS ANKARA’S WILL TO NORMALIZE RELATIONS

Armradio.am
11.02.2010 11:26

Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has firmly rejected arguments
suggesting that there has been deterioration in Turkey’s political
will to normalize relations with its estranged neighbor Armenia.

Davutoglu’s remarks came on Wednesday at a press conference ahead of
his departure to Kazakhstan for a three-day official visit when he
was reminded of certain claims made in the wake of Ankara’s uneasiness
over an Armenian court ruling which the Turkish capital says threatens
protocols signed to normalize relations with Yerevan.

"Our strong political will regarding all types of efforts in the
direction of the constitution of permanent peace and stability in
the Caucasus exists," Davutoglu said, adding that Turkey’s efforts
are based on its strong resolve to contribute to the maintenance of
peace and stability, which will continue in the coming period with
the country making bold moves.

Calling on every related party to play its part to achieve peace and
stability, Davutoglu noted that the international community’s support
on this issue has been continuing.