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24.07.2010 13:54
 “Irrespective of recognition of independence of Kosovo, Nagorno Karabakh will continue working towards international recognition of the Artsakh Republic,” NKR President Bako Sahakyan told reporters in Stepanakert. The President assessed the decision of the Hague Court as an important event that creates a new political situation.
In response to the question about the policy Armenia pursues in the negotiation process, Bako Sahakyan said: “The policy Armenia implements is obviously constructive and contributes to the settlement of the Karabakh issue. The Armenian President does not pursue a radical policy, a fact welcomed by both us and the international community.” “In response to that Azerbaijan takes steps to fail the negotiation process,” he added.
The Karabakhi side is doing its best to contribute to the effective activity of the OSCE Minsk Group. However, according to President Sahakyan, the Minsk Group fails to achieve better results because NKR does not participate in the talks. “The Co-Chairs have also come to understand that the solution is impossible without the participation of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Karabakh,” he stated.
Touching upon the possible change of the Minsk Group format, particularly Iran’s claims, Bako Sahakyan said such changes of the format cannot contribute to the effectiveness of the Minsk Group activity.
According to NKR President, the position of Artsakh has not changed over years. “The independence and security of Artsakh cannot be subject to any bargain,” he said.
As to the recognition of NKR by the Republic of Armenia, Bako Sahakyan said “this recognition should not be an end in itself. It’s a process that should have proper grounds. Sure, the Artsakh Republic is most interested in this, but it cannot ignore the fact that Armenia has certain commitments before the international community.
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