Poland Understands Which Country Wants Peace and Which Does Not: Duda to Simonian

The delegation led by the Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia, Alen Simonian, was received by Polish President Andrzej Duda in Warsaw. As reported by the RA National Assembly, President Simonian expressed gratitude for the meeting, emphasizing that democratic values are a priority for Armenia, and their reinforcement is crucial.

Alen Simonian noted that the EU remains Armenia's primary partner in establishing democratic institutions and supporting the reform agenda. He also highlighted the positive momentum in high-level political dialogue between Armenia and the EU, which has been maintained despite the difficulties faced by the country in recent years. The legal framework has been further strengthened through the signing of several agreements.

The RA National Assembly Speaker recalled that Armenia had requested technical assistance from the EU through the European Peace Facility (EPF). “The European Union provides support through that mechanism to Ukraine, Moldova, and Georgia. Unfortunately, Armenia's request was rejected, citing EU mediation efforts to improve relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, as well as the issue of 'conflict sensitivity.' I would like to reiterate that it concerns technical support aimed at enhancing defensive capabilities,” Simonian emphasized.

Addressing the agenda for establishing lasting peace in the region, the RA NA Speaker underlined the importance of deploying an EU observer mission. Alen Simonian shared details about the crisis faced by the Armenian population of Nagorno-Karabakh due to Azerbaijani aggression and the threats to Armenia's sovereignty. He stressed that Armenia expects international partners to condemn such illegal and inhumane actions and possibly impose sanctions against Azerbaijan.

The development of economic relations between the two countries was highlighted in the meeting. According to the Polish President, he personally supported the deal made last year between the stock exchanges of Armenia and Warsaw, believing that the development of the economy also strengthens Armenia’s sovereignty. President Andrzej Duda assured that he is interested in developing relations between Armenia and Poland and recalled his participation in the Council of Europe justice ministers' meeting held in Yerevan in 2006 as Poland's Minister of Justice. President Duda emphasized that the South Caucasus region is important to them, especially the development of relations with Armenia. He stated that they are closely monitoring the situation following the 44-day war, as well as being well aware of the security issues in the region, and they have a clear understanding of which country truly desires peace and which does not.