  Armenian-Turkish normalization not to be linked to GeorgiaOctober 26, 2009 - 18:25 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian-Turkish reconciliation has no bearing on Georgia, Georgian political scientist Paata Zakareishvili said. According to him, the process cannot negatively affect either Georgia or the entire region. "Normalization of Armenian-Turkish ties marks a new era in region, both in economic and political terms," Georgian expert finds.Commenting upon ex-Economy Minister Vladimir Papava's recent statement on Turkish-Meskhets' possible return to territories of Javahk, he noted that, "Turkish Meskhets' return will not in any way affect Georgian regions. The process started long ago, and no one has so far suffered from that." Georgia's former Economy Minister Vladimir Papava, currently a senior employee in Strategic and International Research Center. told Trend News that Armenian-Turkish process should be viewed as regional issue as it may entail problems in Samtskhe-Javakheti. He also noted that after Armenian-Turkish rapprochement Georgia will have no argument that Turkish-Meskhets' return will create ethnic problems in region, causing fears among Armenian population.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Related sections Topics Latest news Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive”  At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments.OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg.151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation.France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |
