Video: CPP Reminds of the Past 30 Years for Rejecting Response to Azerbaijani Parliament; Opposition Responds

The extraordinary session of the National Assembly continues, convened in connection with the Azerbaijani parliament's declaration of November 8, 2022.

The 'Hayastan' faction suggests providing an adequate response to Azerbaijan by adopting a joint statement from the National Assembly.

Eduard Aghajanyan, a member of the Civil Contract faction and Chairman of the NA Standing Committee on Foreign Relations, stated that the opposition's proposal had been discussed with the CPP faction. He indicated that the proposed draft contained numerous provisions aligning with their perspectives and that there is political will to issue a joint statement on behalf of the National Assembly.

“Although there were quite a few provisions on which an agreement was reached, unfortunately, there were certain formulations that represented fundamental positions for both sides, and thus, there was no possibility of reaching an agreement,” Aghajanyan noted.

He remarked that the proposed formulations by the 'Hayastan' faction are a continuation and repetition of the pre-war foreign policy logic. “Our assessment is that the outcome and consequences of 30 years of foreign policy are reflected in the status quo recorded today. In contrast to this position, the following opinion is expressed: ‘In fact, the post-war processes are proving that the peace agenda does not guarantee security around Armenia and Artsakh’,” he pointed out.

Aghajanyan stressed that given recent geopolitical developments and the destructive policies pursued by Azerbaijani authorities, excluding any scenario, including possible military provocations by Azerbaijan, is nearly impossible. However, it is clear and undeniable that the diplomacy stemming from the peace agenda is the main, if not the only reason, for the overwhelming condemnation of each Azerbaijani provocative action by the international community,” he declared.

The CPP member pointed out that the formulations proposed by the opposition would not contribute to the formation of consolidation, but rather the opposite, would create direct risks. “Our analysis shows that the terminology proposed by the 'Hayastan' faction poses more risks than it promotes the advancement of Armenia’s peace agenda, and we, as the RA government, cannot accept a statement that contains such risks,” Aghajanyan emphasized.