Serzh Sargsyan: when words and deeds are at variance, mistrust emerges

PanARMENIAN.Net -
Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan addressed a message to his Turkish counterpart Abdullah Gul.



The message says,



“Our initiative aimed at normalization of bilateral relations holds attention of the international community. This is a historic moment for all, indeed. The efforts the countries engaged in regional processes exert to help improvement of Armenian-Turkish relations are indispensable. I am confident that it wouldn’t be possible to move forward without their support. At the same time, I believe no matter how interested friendly states might be in a positive resolution of the impasse, there are certain things that can be done only by our two nations.



Mr. President,



I hope you will agree that the Armenian and Turkish peoples assign the main task of getting rid of the stereotypes regarding each other and establishment of the atmosphere of mutual trust to their respective governments. We can achieve results only if there is trust, resolve and unfaltering stance. A situation when words are not supported by deeds gives rise to mistrust and skepticism, providing ample opportunities to counteract for those, who oppose the process. We should be mindful of the fact that in this particular case, the time is working not for but against the process.



If until now we have been able to bring our bilateral relations up to a level which made the prospects of building normal relations between our two countries more tangible and discernible, now the time has come to manifest determination to make next major step and leave to the coming generations a stable and secure region.”