Bako Sahakyan: NKR international recognition matter of time

PanARMENIAN.Net - NKR President Bako Sahakyan issued a statement in connection with the Day of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic. The statement says:



"Dear compatriots,



On September the 2nd we celebrate the day of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic, a holiday which has a special significance for our nation. On this very day a new chapter in the history of Artsakh was opened. It became the commencement of restoration of independent Armenian statehood.



17 years ago the people of Artsakh set about to realize their century-long dream of building free and independent, democratic and social state. This extremely difficult path we have been able to overcome due to the unbreakable will, unity and cohesion. Artsakh has become the symbol of rebirth of the triumphant spirit of the Armenian people.



In the course of recent years we have succeeded both to reconstruct the economy ruined by war and but also to lay solid foundation for further development of the state. Deepening and strengthening Artsakh-Armenia-Diaspora relations, combining efforts and potential of world-spread Armenians, we have begun to find effective solutions various problems our republic faces, improve living standards of the population and develop construction and infrastructures.



Today we can proudly state about strong and efficient army, harmoniously developing country that meets international norms and standards and is considered to be one of the key factors of stability in the region.



We should always remember what price has been paid for the present free and peaceful life, what losses and hardship our nation did suffered on its way to independence. The best sons on the nation gave their lives to the defense of the Motherland. Everlasting glory and honor and to them!



We are obliged to fulfill the cherished dream of our martyrs and gain international recognition of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic and leave for the generations to come strong and independent, peaceful and prosperous Motherland. Be confident, it is a matter of time!



The NKR authorities are committed to the idea that conflicts should be settled exclusively by peaceful means through direct and frank dialogue. Everybody should realize once and forever that the independence of Artsakh has no alternative and is not subject to speculations.



Dear people of Artsakh, I cordially congratulate all of us on this symbolic holiday and wish good health, happiness and further success to the glory of the bright and serene future of the Nagorno Karabakh Republic."