STATEMENT
The
Armenian Revolutionary Federation announces the cessation of
the its
participation in the
political coalition
We deem it
necessary to explain this step in view of its political significance
and consequences, and the public’s
interest.
First of all,
the ARF-Dashnaktsutyun joined the coalition in order to overcome
through the unity of forces the crisis facing the country following
the
presidential elections and the threats to the independence
and security of the two Armenian states, and with the aim of making
coordinated reforms.
During this
period there were certain achievements, but insurmountable
disagreements on matters of principle emerged with respect to the
direction of the foreign policy.
It has always
been our conviction that one of the main directions of the the state’s
national security
strategy is the universal recognition and condemnation,
especially by Turkey, of the
Armenian Genocide. This is seen not only in the context of
the restoration of historical justice, but also as a way to improve
the overall environment of mutual trust in the region, while also
preventing similar crimes in the future. In this sense, as we have
already announced, we find unacceptable and condemn the agreement by
Armenia’s
Ministry of Foreign
Affairs to join the April 22 joint statement with Turkey, on
the eve of April 24 and when the leaders of Turkey are making
anti-Armenian announcements and restating preconditions for the
normalization of relations. We also have principled disagreements
with the position of the authorities of
Armenia on certain issues being discussed in the
Armenia-Turkey negotiations. We will publicize our positions
regarding those issues when they are discussed in public.
Henceforth, in
the political landscape of Armenia the ARF-Dashnaktsutyun will
assume a new role, that of an opposition force. Our main priorities
will be:
1.
To
become a full-fledged alternative to the authorities, proposing our
own programs and solutions on all major issues.
2.
As
opposition to assume the role of effectively counterbalancing and
restraining the authorities.
3.
To take
the necessary actions to heal and crystallize the political
landscape, to form civilized relations between the authorities and
the opposition, to establish
social justice
and to strengthen democracy.
4.
To carry
on comprehensive activities emanating from electoral promises,
showcasing the ARF-Dashnkatsutyun’s
ideological and political character.
5.
In the
processes of normalization of
Armenian-Turkish relations and the resolution of the Karabagh
conflict, to be guided exclusively by our state-national interests
and goals.
We appreciate
the work carried out jointly with our coalition partners and we wish
them success in their endeavors in the interest of our state and
people.
ARMENIAN REVOLUTIONARY FEDERATION
SUPREME BODY OF
ARMENIA
27
April
2009
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