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ARF WORLD CONGRESS ISSUES DECLARATION
Monday, January 26th, 2015
http://asbarez.com/131159/arf-world-congress-issues-declaration/
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation
YEREVAN--The 32nd World Congress of the Armenian Revolutionary
Federation, which convened on January 14 in Dilijan, Armenia and
concluded it activities on January 24, issued a declaration at the
conclusion of the meeting.
Below is the English translation of the document.
Declaration Of The 32nd World Congress Of The Armenian Revolutionary
Federation - Dashnaktsutyun The 32nd World Congress of the Armenian
Revolutionary Federation - Dashnaktsutyun (ARF-D) was convened in
Dilijan, Armenia, between January 16 and 24, 2015. Delegates from
all ARF-D organizational regions and party members with consultative
status participated in the Congress.
The World Congress examined and assessed the activity, achievements
and shortcomings of the party during the past term and prepared the
ARF-D political roadmap and strategy for the coming four years. The
Congress also prepared an action plan and decided on the party's
position on foreign and domestic fronts based on its pan-Armenian
and Armenia-centered worldview.
The Congress noted that: a) Armenia and Armenians face serious
challenges concerning the strengthening of the independent republics of
Armenia and Artsakh, effective government, joining forces and securing
favorable conditions for the actualization of our people's goals.
b) Imperfections within Armenia's political system, difficulties
in anchoring democracy within the country, and the unhealthy
moral-psychological environment, and injustice undermine society's
trust towards its own state. A comprehensive overhaul of Armenia's
current economic policy is necessary to combat large-scale unemployment
and poverty as well as the rampant emigration plaguing the country.
c) The principle domestic political issues Armenia faces today are the
establishment of a joint government-opposition political system, the
separation of business from politics, the election of and effective
government that stands as an expression of the people's will, the
establishment of social justice, and the full protection of the rights
of the citizen.
d) Major powers have intensified their efforts within the South
Caucasus and the wider region striving to extend and strengthen their
zones of influence.
e) Armenia's accession to the Eurasian Economic Union has created
new strategic challenges for the country.
f) Azerbaijan has intensified its bellicose policy towards Armenia
with frequent violations of the ceasefire, increasing the risk of
confrontation.
g) Turkey is implementing an aggressive policy aiming at restoring
its former imperial reach. Such a policy disrupts and physically
endangers Armenian communities living in proximity to our homeland.
The Congress established that the ARF-D shall pursue: a) The radical
change of the political system of the Republic of Armenia through
constitutional reforms and the pursuit of social justice.
b) Efforts towards the peaceful settlement of the Artsakh conflict and
the recognition of Artsakh's independence, and collectively counter
the risks that threaten the security of our homeland.
c) A renewal phase for the Armenian Cause on the centenary of the
Armenian Genocide, with territorial demands as a strategic objective,
coupled with the pursuit of a coordinated, pan-Armenian plan for
genocide recognition and reparations.
d) The protection of the rights of Javakhk-Armenians, and pursue the
preservation of Javakhk's Armenian identity as a key element in the
development of closer Armenia-Georgia ties.
e) Full political, financial, and moral support for the Syrian-Armenian
community in their struggle for self-preservation.
f) Supporting the viability of Diasporan-Armenian communities and
Armenia-Diaspora relations by harnessing the collective strength of
Armenian communities worldwide.
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation-Dashnaktsutyun (ARF-D) expresses
its full support of the Armenian Armed Forces, the principle guarantors
of the independence of the Republics of Armenia and Artsakh, who day
in, day out stand as guardians of our homeland and our people's safety
and peace, despite the many dangers they face.
On the occasion of its 125th anniversary, the ARF-D renews its
commitment to by devoting its efforts to tackling the challenges
facing Armenia and Armenians, in order to make Armenia an important
factor in the region, strengthen its sovereignty, and realize the
full potential of the Armenian nation.
32nd ARF-D World Congress 24 January 2015
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress
Monday, January 26th, 2015
http://asbarez.com/131159/arf-world-congress-issues-declaration/
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation
YEREVAN--The 32nd World Congress of the Armenian Revolutionary
Federation, which convened on January 14 in Dilijan, Armenia and
concluded it activities on January 24, issued a declaration at the
conclusion of the meeting.
Below is the English translation of the document.
Declaration Of The 32nd World Congress Of The Armenian Revolutionary
Federation - Dashnaktsutyun The 32nd World Congress of the Armenian
Revolutionary Federation - Dashnaktsutyun (ARF-D) was convened in
Dilijan, Armenia, between January 16 and 24, 2015. Delegates from
all ARF-D organizational regions and party members with consultative
status participated in the Congress.
The World Congress examined and assessed the activity, achievements
and shortcomings of the party during the past term and prepared the
ARF-D political roadmap and strategy for the coming four years. The
Congress also prepared an action plan and decided on the party's
position on foreign and domestic fronts based on its pan-Armenian
and Armenia-centered worldview.
The Congress noted that: a) Armenia and Armenians face serious
challenges concerning the strengthening of the independent republics of
Armenia and Artsakh, effective government, joining forces and securing
favorable conditions for the actualization of our people's goals.
b) Imperfections within Armenia's political system, difficulties
in anchoring democracy within the country, and the unhealthy
moral-psychological environment, and injustice undermine society's
trust towards its own state. A comprehensive overhaul of Armenia's
current economic policy is necessary to combat large-scale unemployment
and poverty as well as the rampant emigration plaguing the country.
c) The principle domestic political issues Armenia faces today are the
establishment of a joint government-opposition political system, the
separation of business from politics, the election of and effective
government that stands as an expression of the people's will, the
establishment of social justice, and the full protection of the rights
of the citizen.
d) Major powers have intensified their efforts within the South
Caucasus and the wider region striving to extend and strengthen their
zones of influence.
e) Armenia's accession to the Eurasian Economic Union has created
new strategic challenges for the country.
f) Azerbaijan has intensified its bellicose policy towards Armenia
with frequent violations of the ceasefire, increasing the risk of
confrontation.
g) Turkey is implementing an aggressive policy aiming at restoring
its former imperial reach. Such a policy disrupts and physically
endangers Armenian communities living in proximity to our homeland.
The Congress established that the ARF-D shall pursue: a) The radical
change of the political system of the Republic of Armenia through
constitutional reforms and the pursuit of social justice.
b) Efforts towards the peaceful settlement of the Artsakh conflict and
the recognition of Artsakh's independence, and collectively counter
the risks that threaten the security of our homeland.
c) A renewal phase for the Armenian Cause on the centenary of the
Armenian Genocide, with territorial demands as a strategic objective,
coupled with the pursuit of a coordinated, pan-Armenian plan for
genocide recognition and reparations.
d) The protection of the rights of Javakhk-Armenians, and pursue the
preservation of Javakhk's Armenian identity as a key element in the
development of closer Armenia-Georgia ties.
e) Full political, financial, and moral support for the Syrian-Armenian
community in their struggle for self-preservation.
f) Supporting the viability of Diasporan-Armenian communities and
Armenia-Diaspora relations by harnessing the collective strength of
Armenian communities worldwide.
The Armenian Revolutionary Federation-Dashnaktsutyun (ARF-D) expresses
its full support of the Armenian Armed Forces, the principle guarantors
of the independence of the Republics of Armenia and Artsakh, who day
in, day out stand as guardians of our homeland and our people's safety
and peace, despite the many dangers they face.
On the occasion of its 125th anniversary, the ARF-D renews its
commitment to by devoting its efforts to tackling the challenges
facing Armenia and Armenians, in order to make Armenia an important
factor in the region, strengthen its sovereignty, and realize the
full potential of the Armenian nation.
32nd ARF-D World Congress 24 January 2015
From: Emil Lazarian | Ararat NewsPress