Guest Posted January 25, 2001 Report Share Posted January 25, 2001 Kocharian Rejects Azeri Allegations PARIS (Noyan Tapan)--President Kocharian, in a press conference following a CE session, said the Council of Europe should not be a forum for gladiators to battle out their disagreements. Kocharian's comment was in response to remarks made earlier by Azeri President Aliyev on the occupation of Azeri territory by "aggressive" Armenian forces. Kocharian also commented on Armenia's delayed admission to the CE as a result of problems involved with Azerbaijan's membership criteria. It should be noted that the CE decided to admit both countries simultaneously to avoid any imbalances in the Caucasus. When asked by an Azeri reporter whether Armenia was prepared to recognize Azerbaijan's territorial integrity, Kocharian answered, "is Azerbaijan prepared to recognize Nagorno Artsax's independence?" The Armenian president specified three principles in resolving the Artsax conflict. First, Artsax should not have a secondary subordinate status. Second, Artsax should not become an enclave. Third, guarantees must be made for the security of Artsax. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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