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    RA MFA ISSUES ARMENIAN-TURKISH PROTOCOLS

    Noyan Tapan
    Sep 1, 2009

    YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 1, NOYAN TAPAN. Armenian Ministry of Foreign
    Affairs issued two protocols signed by Armenia and Turkey under
    Swiss mediation.

    Noyan Tapan releases the full text of the protocols.

    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 on the same day.

    Referring to their 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 trust and confidence between the two countries 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
    of 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 relevant treaties of international law,

    Emphasizing their decisions 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 against them,

    Affirming their willingness to chart a new pattern and course for
    their relations on the basis of common interests, 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 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 of instruments of ratification.

    Signed in (place) on (date) in Armenian, Turkish and English languages
    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"

    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 interest of both countries,

    Supporting the promotion of the cooperation between the two countries,
    in the international and regional organizations, especially within the
    framework of the UN, the OSCE, the Council of Europe, the Euro-Atlantic
    Partnership Council and the BSEC,

    Taking into account the common purpose of both States to cooperate for
    enchancimg 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 the conflicts on the basis of the
    norms and principles of law,

    Reaffirming their readiness to actively support the actions of eth
    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 comprise 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. The timetable
    and elements agreed by both sides for the implementation of this
    Protocol are mentioned in the annexed document, which is 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

    Annexed document: Timetable and elements for the implementation of
    the Protocol on development of relations between the Republic of
    Armenia and 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 and Timing.

    1. to open the common border- within 2 months 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 sub-commission - 2 months 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 sub-commissions at ministerial level - within 3
    months 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 sub-commissions at ministerial
    level

    5. to operate the following sub-commissions:

    - the sub-commission on political consultations;

    - the sub-commission on transport, communications and energy
    infrastructure and networks;

    - the sub-commission on legal matters;

    - the sub-commission on science and education;

    - the sub-commission on trade, tourism and economic cooperation;

    - the sub-commission on environmental issues: and

    - the sub-commission on the historical dimension to implement a
    dialogue with the aim to restore mutual confidence between the
    two nations, including an impartial scientific examination of the
    historical records and archive to define existing problems and
    formulate recommendations, in which Armenian, Turkish as well as
    Swiss and other international experts shall take part."
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