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    ARMENIA AND TURKEY AGREE TO START INTERNAL POLITICAL CONSULTATIONS

    ARMENPRESS
    Sep 1, 2009

    YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 1, ARMENPRESS: The Republic of Armenia and the
    Republic of Turkey have agreed to start their internal political
    consultations on the two protocols - the "Protocol on the establishment
    of diplomatic relations" and the "Protocol on the development of
    bilateral relations" - which have been initiated in the course of
    their efforts under Swiss mediation.

    The two Protocols provide for a framework for the normalization of
    their bilateral relations within a reasonable timeframe. The political
    consultations will be completed within six weeks, following which
    the two Protocols will be signed and submitted to the respective
    Parliaments for the ratification on each side. Both sides will make
    their best efforts for the timely progression of the ratification in
    line with their constitutional and legal procedures.

    The normalization of bilateral relations will contribute to the
    regional peace and stability. The Republic of Armenia and the Republic
    of Turkey are committed are pursuing their joint efforts with the
    assistance of Switzerland.

    Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the
    Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey

    The Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey, Desiring
    to establish good neighbourly relations and to develop bilateral
    cooperation in the political, economic, cultural and other fields for
    the benefit of their peoples, as envisaged in the Protocol on the
    development of relations signed at the same day, Referring to the
    obligations under the Charter of the United Nations, the Helsinki
    Final Act, the Charter of Paris for a New Europe, Reconfirming
    their commitment in their bilateral and international relations,
    to respect and ensure respect for the principles of equality,
    sovereignty, non-intervention in internal affairs of other states,
    territorial integrity and inviolability of frontiers, Bearing in mind
    the importance of the creation and maintenance of an atmosphere of trus
    ntries that will contribute to the strengthening of peace, security and
    stability of the whole region, as well as being determined to refrain
    from the threat or the use of force, to promote the peaceful settlement
    of disputes, and to protect human rights and fundamental freedoms,
    Confirming the mutual recognition of the existing border between the
    two countries as defined the relevant treaties of international law,
    Emphasizing their decision to open the common border, Reiterating
    their commitment to refrain from pursuing any policy incompatible
    with the spirit of good neighbourly relations, Condemning all forms of
    terrorism, violence and extremism irrespective of their cause, pledging
    to refrain from encouraging and tolerating such acts and to cooperate
    in combating against them, Affirming the willingness to chart a new
    pattern and course for their relations on the basis of common interest,
    goodwill and in pursuit of peace, mutual understanding and harmony,
    Agree to establish diplomatic relations as of the date of the entry
    into force of this Protocol in accordance with the Vienna Convention on
    Diplomatic Relations of 1961 and to exchange Diplomatic Missions. This
    Protocol and the Protocol on the Development of Bilateral Relations
    between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey shall enter
    into force on the same day, i.e. on the first day of the first month
    following the exchange of the instruments of ratification.

    Protocol on Development of Relations between the Republic of Armenia
    and the Republic of Turkey

    The Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey, Guided by the
    Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between the
    Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey signed on the same day,
    Considering the perspectives of developing their bilateral relations,
    based on confidence and respect to their mutual interests, Determining
    to develop and enhance their bilateral relations, in the political,
    economic, energy, transport, scientific, technical, cultural issues and
    other fields, based on common interests of both countries, Supporting
    the promotion of the cooperation between the two countries in the
    inte pecially within the framework of the UN, the OSCE, the Council
    of Europe, the Euro-Atlantic Partnership and the BSEC, Taking into
    account the common purpose of both States to cooperate for enhancing
    regional stability and security for ensuring the democratic and
    sustainable development of the region, Reiterating their commitment
    to the peaceful settlement of regional and international disputes and
    conflicts on the basis of the norms and principles of international
    law, Reaffirming their readiness to actively support the actions of
    the international community in addressing common security threats
    to the region and world security and stability, such as terrorism,
    transnational organized crimes, illicit trafficking of drugs and arms,
    1. Agree to open the common border within 2 months after the entry
    into force of this Protocol, 2. Agree to conduct regular political
    consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the two
    countries; implement a dialogue on the historical dimension with the
    aim to restore mutual confidence between the two nations, including
    an impartial scientific examination of the historical records and
    archives to define existing problems and formulate recommendations;
    make the best possible use of existing transport, communications
    and energy infrastructure and networks between the two countries,
    and to undertake measures in this regard; develop the bilateral legal
    framework in order to foster cooperation between the two countries;
    cooperate in the fields of science and education by encouraging
    relations between the appropriate institutions as well as promoting
    the exchange of specialists and students, and act with the aim of
    preserving the cultural heritage of both sides and launching common
    cultural projects; establish consular cooperation in accordance
    with the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations of 1963 in order
    to provide necessary assistance and protection to the citizens of
    the two countries; take concrete measures in order to develop trade,
    tourism and economic cooperation between the two countries; engage
    in a dialogue and reinforce their cooperation on environmental issues.

    3. Agree on the establishment of an intergovernmental bilateral
    commission which shall compromise separate sub-commissions for the
    prompt implementation of the commitments mentioned in operational
    paragraph 2 above in this Protocol. To prepare the working modalities
    of the intergovernmental commission and its sub-commissions, a
    working group headed by the two Ministers of Foreign Affairs shall
    be created 2 months after the day following the entry into force of
    this Protocol. Within 3 months after the entry into force of this
    Protocol, these modalities shall be approved at ministerial level. The
    intergovernmental commission shall meet for the first time immediately
    after the adoption of the said modalities. The sub-commissions shall
    start their work at the latest 1 month thereafter and they shall work
    continuously until the completion of their mandates. Where appropriate,
    international experts shall take part in the sub-commissions. The
    timetable and elements agreed by both sides for the implementation
    of this Protocol are mentioned in the annexed document, which is an
    integral part of this Protocol.

    This Protocol and the Protocol on the Establishment of Diplomatic
    Relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of
    Turkey shall enter into force on the same day, i.e. on the first
    day of the first month following the exchange of instruments of
    ratification. Signed in (place) on (date) in Armenian, Turkish and
    English authentic copies in duplicate. In case of divergence of
    interpretation, the English text shall prevail. For the Republic of
    Armenia For the Republic of Turkey Timetable and elements for the
    implementation of the Protocol on development of relations between
    the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey.

    Steps to be undertaken Timing 1. to open the common border within 2
    month after the entry into force of the Protocol on the development of
    relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey
    2. to establish a working group headed by the two Ministers of Foreign
    Affairs to prepare the working modalities of the intergovernmental
    commission and its subcommisions, 2 month after the day following
    the entry into force of the Protocol on the development of relations
    between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey 3. to
    approve the working modalities of the intergovernmental commission
    and its subcommissions at the ministerial level Within three month
    after the entry into force of the Protocol on the development
    of relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of
    Turkey 4. to organize the first meeting of the intergovernmental
    commission Immediately after the adoption of the working modalities
    of the intergovernmental commission and its subcommissions at the
    ministerial level 5. to operate the following subcommissions: -
    the subcommission on political consultations - the subcommission on
    transport, communications and energy infrastructure and networks, -
    the subcommission ssion on science and education, - the subcommission
    on trade, tourism and economic cooperation, - the subcommission on
    environmental issues, - the subcommission on the historical dimension
    to implement dialogue with the aim to restore mutual confidence
    between the two nations including an impartial scientific examination
    of the historical records and archives to define existing problems and
    formulate recommendations in which Armenian, Turkish as well as Swiss
    and other international experts shall take part at the latest 1 month
    after the first meeting of the intergovernmental commission Timetable
    and elements for the implementation of the Protocol on development of
    relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey.

    Steps to be undertaken 1. to open the common border

    Timing

    within 2 month after the entry into force of the Protocol on the
    development of relations between the Republic of Armenia and the
    Republic of Turkey 2. to establish a working group headed by the two
    Ministers of Foreign Affairs to prepare the working modalities of
    the intergovernmental commission and its subcommisions,

    Timing

    2 month after the day following the entry into force of the Protocol
    on the development of relations between the Republic of Armenia
    and the Republic of Turkey 3. to approve the working modalities
    of the intergovernmental commission and its subcommissions at the
    ministerial level

    Timing

    Within three month after the entry into force of the Protocol on
    the development of relations between the Republic of Armenia and
    the Republic of Turkey 4. to organize the first meeting of the
    intergovernmental commission

    Timing

    Immediately after the adoption of the working modalities of
    the intergovernmental commission and its subcommissions at the
    ministerial level 5. to operate the following subcommissions: -
    the subcommission on political consultations - the subcommission on
    transport, communications and energy infrastructure and networks, -
    the su ucation, - the subcommission on trade, tourism and economic
    cooperation, - the subcommission on environmental issues, - the
    subcommission on thehistorical dimension to implement dialogue with
    the aim to restore mutual confidence between the two nations including
    an impartial scientific examination of the historical records and
    archives to define existing problems and formulate recommendations
    in which Armenian, Turkish as well as Swiss and other international
    experts shall take part

    Timing at the latest 1 month after the first meeting of the
    intergovernmental commission
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