HISTORICAL EVENTS NOT TO BE JUDGED AT POLITICAL LEVEL: CARL BILDT

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March 12 2010
Armenia

"Historical events should not be judged at political level, but should
be left to the parties concerned to discuss on the basis of current
research," said Swedish Foreign Minister Carl Bildt after adoption
of Genocide Resolution in Riksdag.

"The Government worked actively to make this clear to the Riksdag
before the debate in the Chamber, as on previous occasions when the
issue has been raised," he added.

Bildt also noted that vote will not positively contribute to the
ongoing Armenia-Turkey reconciliation process and "in particular the
establishment of a commission charged with investigating the events
in 1915."

"This is a process that we have every reason to support as it will
also lead to increased stability and security in the region. Moreover,
the decision will not help the debate in Turkey, which has become
increasingly open and tolerant as Turkey has developed closer relations
with the European Union and made the democratic reforms these entail,"
Swedish Foreign Minister stated.

From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress