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    PROTOCOLS RATIFICATION WAY OUT OF RUSSIAN DEPENDENCE FOR ARMENIA: OPINION

    Tert
    Oct 28 2009
    Armenia

    Further rapprochement between Armenia and Turkey is possible, though
    the countries pursue different goals, said Igor Tomberg, professor at
    the Moscow State University of International Relations and Director
    of the Oriental Studies Institute Center for Energy and Transport
    Research at the Russian Academy of Sciences, reports Azerbaijani news
    agency Today.az.

    "In fact, both countries are interested in establishment of normal
    diplomatic relations. Turkey is interested in becoming a regional power
    while Armenia seeks a way out of the complete dependence on Russia,"
    Tomberg said.

    "In the end, the protocols will be ratified as opposition to
    rapprochement between the two countries come mainly from outside.

    Armenian Diaspora (especially in Europe) states some concerns in
    Europe about intensified efforts and strengthening of Turkey. Russia
    is also concerned with its ally country's gaining additional
    manoeuvre. However, it will retain a neutral and consistent position."

    Tomberg said the process of settlement of the Karabakh problem has
    not come to a halt.

    "Attempts to find a solution have intensified. Russia does not want
    to give initiative in the region to Turkey. So it has intensified
    peacekeeping activity. While solutions are not available, the chances
    have increased," the professor said.
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