I Repeat My Question: Does the International Recognition of the Armenian Genocide Remain a National Objective? - Opposition to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

One of the most important documents in the Republic of Armenia's foreign and defense policy is the national security strategy, where in the section on national objectives it is clearly stated: "The national objectives of the Armenian people are the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide, overcoming its consequences, and their eradication." My question is: does the Armenian government continue to uphold these objectives or not?

This was stated by MP Artzvik Minasyan from the "Armenia" faction during a Q&A session with the government. Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan responded by noting, "The Armenian government consistently continues to implement all the steps for which it has committed in the government program approved by this parliament. It is clearly stated in that program that Armenia will continue its efforts towards both the recognition of the Armenian Genocide and the prevention of further manifestations of this crime against humanity. As proof, I can cite Armenia's recent initiative regarding the draft resolution on the prevention of genocides, which is once again being circulated in the Human Rights Council."

In response to Mirzoyan, Artzvik Minasyan added, "I repeat my question: is this formulation in the national security strategy still being upheld or not? As a historian, you must understand that the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide, overcoming its consequences, and their eradication is a crucial direction of the Armenian cause; I want to clearly understand whether this formulation is still maintained." Mirzoyan replied that his answer was as comprehensive as possible and added, "We consider the recognition of the Genocide as a guarantee of the security of Armenia, the Armenian people, and regional security; this nuance somewhat addresses your question."