Like some countries, Latvia also falls into the trap of Azerbaijan’s false propaganda. With Charmazan

There are countries that fall into the trap of Azerbaijan’s false propaganda, and Latvia is among them. Eduard Sharmazanov, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, announced this at the meeting with Ines Libiena-Egnere, Deputy Speaker of the Latvian Saeima.

In particular, speaking about the settlement process of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, Eduard Sharmazanov referred to Azerbaijan’s belligerent rhetoric and propaganda.

“There are countries that fall into the trap of Azerbaijan’s false propaganda, Latvia is among them. Some high-ranking Latvian officials are making statements that do not stem from a peaceful settlement of the problem. I urge you not to give in to the false anti-Azerbaijani propaganda and not to fall into their trap and not to make statements on the Artsakh issue that contradict the official positions of the Minsk Group and the EU,” said the Deputy Speaker of the RA NA. 

Latvian Saeima Deputy Speaker Ines Libiena-Egnere noted that they support the efforts and principles of the Minsk Group co-chairs in the Artsakh issue.

During the meeting, the parties emphasized the further development and deepening of Armenian-Latvian friendly relations, the activation of mutual visits.

The Deputy Speaker of the RA National Assembly referred to the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide and Turkey’s denial policy, noting that even after 100 years, the Turkish government continues to conduct a destructive and denial policy, keeps Armenia under siege, which is unacceptable. Eduard Sharmazanov expressed hope that Latvia, which has democratic values ​​and is a member of the EU, will soon recognize and condemn the Armenian Genocide.

Speaking about the RA-EU Comprehensive and Extended Partnership Agreement, Mr. Sharmazanov expressed his belief that Armenia can become a reliable bridge between EAEU and EU member states. He expressed hope that the Latvian Parliament will ratify the document as soon as possible.