December 22, 2004 - 19:21 AMT
DUTCH PARLIAMENT CALLS FOR INSISTING ON ARMENIAN GENOCIDE RECOGNITION
Yesterday Dutch parliamentarians unanimously adopted the draft of the resolution submitted to the Lower chamber discussion by Christian Unity faction member Andre Rouvoet. The resolution calls the government to insist on the Armenian Genocide recognition during Turkey's EU membership talks. The Dutch Foreign Minister, who was present in the sitting hall during the voting welcomed the decision and said it strengthens the country's stand while negotiating with Turks.