U.S. to retain role in S. Caucasus conflicts mediation - experts

PanARMENIAN.Net - No change in the U.S. foreign policy, including its policy on the South Caucasus is expected after the November 6 presidential elections, American political analysts believe.

“No serious changes will be made in the U.S. policy on the South Caucasus after the elections. No matter who will be elected as president, the U.S. will continue to play an active role in the resolution of the conflicts in the South Caucasus. As regards Mitt Romney, he is concerned over the Russian factor, therefore, I think that he will be more active in the post-Soviet countries and support resolution of territorial issues more actively,” APA quoted the managing editor of Politico magazine Bill Nichols as saying.

National Public Radio (NPR) editor Ron Elving shares his opinion.

“One needn’t expect major alterations. Usually, if a candidate is elected for a second term, he is more active in foreign policy issues. It is not known yet who will be appointed as Secretary of State. It may be a person closely familiar with foreign policy issues, for example John Kerry. He knows the region very well, which can positively influence the processes. On the other hand, if Mitt Romney, who talks tough about Moscow, is elected, it may have a good influence on the countries having relations with Russia. It will give opportunities for maneuvering, reaching agreement and solving conflicts,” he said.