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    ARMENIA, TURKEY START INTERNAL POLITICAL CONSULTATIONS

    armradio.am
    01.09.2009 10:32

    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 pursuing their joint efforts with the assistance of
    Switzerland.

    Protocol on Development of Relations Between 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 relatio ns,
    based on confidence and respect to their mutual interests,

    Determining to develop and enhance their bilateral relations, in the
    political, economic, energy, transport, scientific, cultural issues
    and other fields, based on common interests 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 enhancing regional stability and security for ensuring 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 entry into
    force of this Protocol,

    2. Agree to Conduct regular political consultation 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,20including an
    impartial and 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 operation
    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 (See below),
    which is an integral part of this Protocol.

    This Protocol and the Protocol on the Estblishment of Diplomatic
    Relation between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Turkey
    shall enter into force on the same day, i.e. on the fist day of the
    first month following the exchanges of instruments of ratification.

    Annexed Document:

    Desiring to establish good neighborly 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 obligation under the Charter of the United Nations,
    the Helsinki Final Act, the Charter of Paris for a New Europe, 0A
    Reconfirming their commitment, in their bilateral and international
    relations, to respect and ensure respect for the principles 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 wll 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 by 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 neighborly 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 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 in accordance with the Vienna Convention
    on Diplomatic Relations of 1961 and to exchange Diplomatic Missions.

    Steps to be undertaken:

    1. to open the common border within two 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-committees 2 months after the day following
    entry into force of the Protocol on 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 and ministerial level within
    3 months after entry into force of the Protocol on 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 s ub-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 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.

    From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
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