Germany is concerned about the unstable situation on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border and the worsening humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. Germany attaches importance to reaching a peaceful settlement, from the perspective of Armenia’s and Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity, as well as the right to self-determination of the citizens of Nagorno-Karabakh.
According to Armenpress, this was stated by Germany’s Chancellor Olaf Scholz during a joint press conference following his meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
Scholz stated that ideas were exchanged with the Armenian Prime Minister regarding the deepening of bilateral relations. He noted the fact that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has launched a process of comprehensive reforms in Armenia. Germany wishes to continue helping Armenia on this path, within the scope of its capabilities. Scholz considered it important that last year Germany began cooperation with Armenia in the field of development.
Scholz also stressed the importance of Armenia and Azerbaijan moving step by step toward a long-term solution. The Armenian Prime Minister presented to Scholz the latest developments in Nagorno-Karabakh. “We are concerned about the unstable situation on the Armenia-Azerbaijan border and the worsening humanitarian situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. The status quo cannot continue, and a long-term solution must be reached for the benefit of the people. From this perspective, it is necessary to reach a peaceful settlement, from the perspective of Armenia’s and Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity, as well as the right to self-determination of the citizens of Nagorno-Karabakh. Moreover, all these principles are of equal weight,” said Germany’s Chancellor.
Germany supports the mediation efforts of the President of the European Council, Charles Michel. Scholz emphasised that Germany has done so, also by sending German personnel as part of the EU civilian mission. Moreover, that mission is to be led by a German federal police officer.
Scholz considered the exchange of ideas between Pashinyan and Aliyev in Prague and Munich an encouraging step for the resolution of the conflict.
Referring to the question and observation that Azerbaijan does not even comply with the decision of the Hague court to ensure free movement through the Lachin corridor, Scholz reaffirmed: “We are supporters of the right to self-determination, as well as the principle of territorial integrity.” He stressed the importance of improving security in the region.
Scholz and Pashinyan also spoke about the economic relations between the countries. Germany’s Chancellor encouraged Prime Minister Pashinyan to continue his fight against corruption.
Scholz also expressed gratitude to the Armenian Prime Minister for the visit to Germany.
