Artsakh is Heavily Wounded, But Alive: Babayan on the Government's Priority Direction

The authorities of Artsakh consider international recognition to be their primary political direction. This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, David Babayan, in an interview with Artsakh Public Television.

According to him, official Baku claims that there is no issue regarding the status, but the authorities of Artsakh have their own visions for future resolution:

“Yes, the situation is extremely difficult for us. If we express it figuratively, Artsakh is wounded, it is heavily wounded, but it is alive. The situation is complex, but it as a subject is maintained. Even in such a complex situation, we have a crucial mission in geopolitics. The existence of Artsakh itself holds the region back from various types of fluctuations,” Babayan believes.

According to the head of Artsakh’s foreign affairs department, the existence of the republic is a geopolitical imperative. Of course, the status of Karabakh has not been recognized de jure, but it exists de facto.

“There are Russian peacekeepers, and the OSCE Minsk Group continues to be involved in the resolution process,” added Babayan.

He did not rule out that certain new elements should be introduced in the international recognition process, and that their strategy and tactics may need to be reviewed and changed, but this process must continue.

Babayan also positively assesses the prospects for establishing peace and stability in the region through the unblocking of regional communications, the operation of the Stepanakert airport, and the construction of an alternative road to Berdzor.