ArmInfo. The delegation headed by the head of the Department of Multilateral Policy and Development Cooperation of the RA Ministry of Foreign Affairs Arman Khachatrian took part in the online meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Organization (BSEC) member states.
According to the RA Foreign Ministry, in his speech, Khachatryan touched upon the large-scale measures taken by the Armenian government to neutralize the consequences of the new type of coronavirus, which are focused on the most affected sectors of the economy and the most vulnerable social groups. The need for coordinated action at the regional level to promote economic growth, innovation, sustainable development and competition was emphasized.
The Armenian diplomat also touched upon the consequences of Azerbaijan's large-scale military aggression unleashed last year against Artsakh with the support of Turkey and mercenaries from Syria, committed in the context of a global pandemic.
Presenting the meeting participants with clear violations of the obligations undertaken by Azerbaijan within the framework of the trilateral statement of November 9, 2020, it was emphasized that the aggressive and provocative behavior of Baku continues to threaten peace and stability in the region. It was noted that Azerbaijan continues to obstruct international efforts to overcome the humanitarian consequences of the war, including the holding of Armenian military personnel and civilians hostage. The online meeting also highlighted the unacceptability of the blockade and unilateral coercive measures that impede regional economic cooperation and trade facilitation as the main objectives of the BSEC. Following the meeting, the chairmanship in the BSEC passed to Georgia, and Armenia took over the two- year coordination of the BSECO Energy Working Group.
