April 20, 2024. Posted by Periscope - Hellas
Baku.
The return of the four villages by Armenia marks a long-awaited historic event and a significant diplomatic triumph for Azerbaijan, Executive Director of the Pakistan Research Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF) Khalid Taimur Akram.
"The
recent agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, whereby Armenia has agreed to
return four villages it occupied during the first Karabakh war, is a historic
development for peace in the South Caucasus. This achievement is a testament to
President Ilham Aliyev's forward-thinking and pragmatic foreign policy
approach," he said.
The analyst
pointed out that, with the agreement to implement the border delineation
process based on the 1991 Almaty Declaration, both countries have laid the
groundwork for further negotiations that will pave the way for sustainable
development in the region and lay the groundwork for future cooperation and
trust-building measures.
"Azerbaijan's
consistent willingness to pursue constructive dialogue underscores its
dedication to resolving conflicts peacefully, thus promoting cooperation,
stability, and security in the South Caucasus region. Rooted in principles of
peace and prosperity, Azerbaijan's foreign policy emphasizes the pursuit of
mutually beneficial solutions to all challenges. The decision to return them,
made during the eighth meeting of border demarcation commissions is an
important step towards reconciliation and the resolution of longstanding
territorial disputes," Khalid Taimur Akram added.
The expert
also noted that, for lasting peace to be achieved, Armenia must abandon its
anti-Azerbaijan stance and embrace a path of reconciliation, marked by genuine
dialogue and cooperation.
"As
the process of border delimitation and demarcation continues, Armenia must
remain steadfast in its commitment to constructive engagement and mutual
respect," he highlighted.
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