French National Assembly deputy, chairman of the France-Artsakh friendship circle François Rochebloine is in Artsakh again.
I can confidently say that Karabakh people are subjected to aggression by Azerbaijan: François Rochebloine
STEPANAKERT, SEPTEMBER 29, ARTSAKHPRESS: “Artsakhpress” correspondent had an interview with Mr. Rochebloine.The interview is presented below.
-Mr. Rochebloine, every time your visit to Artsakh is not only expected, but also marked by an important event. Will you tell us in a few words about your visit?
-First, this year's visit we have started in June, after the April events. I also arrived in September to attend the celebrations on the 25th anniversary of Armenia's Independence, then I arrived in Artsakh and I attended the opening of the kindergarten in Martuni.I also had meetings with NKR National Assembly Chairman Ashot Ghoulyan, Prime Minister Arayik Haroutyunyan, Minister of Defense Levon Mnatsakanyan and with members of the French Club.
-France is also co-chair country of the OSCE Minsk Group. As a French politician, what actions do you see for suppressing the Azerbaijani aggression in practice? In fact, a few days ago because of that country's military aggression the Armenian soldier died on the border.
- Unfortunately, I frequently hear about the deaths of soldiers on the Karabakh-Azerbaijani border, and it has been for months, for years on end. I feel pain remembering the April war; the two sides have suffered casualties. Of course, it is possible that Azerbaijan suffered more causalities. Nevertheless, the victim remains a victim. Any loss is painful. I can confidently say that the people of Karabakh are subjected to aggression by Azerbaijan. I say it not as a deputy, but as chairman of the France-Artsakh friendship circle, a man who visited Artsakh multiple times. I wish I could somehow reduce Azerbaijani aggression by my visit. My dream is to see Artsakh completely peaceful and Azerbaijan will also benefit from it. It would be much better to spend money for satisfying the requirements of the population, instead of spending all funds for the purchase of military equipment and army.
- Artsakh is in the process of constitutional reforms these days. Mr.Roshebloine, what do you think about that legal document?
-Of course, I am aware of the process of constitutional reforms. In Karabakh case where there is no permanent peace, I hope the Artsakh people and government will take right steps to have better future for Karabakh. Of course, the situation is different in comparison with Armenia. Armenia is moving towards a parliamentary system. In my opinion, in the case of Artsakh, as there is a theme of Azerbaijan, presidential regime is the best management model.
-What kind of new ways of cooperation do you see to enhance political, economic and cultural fields for further deepening of bilateral friendly ties?
-Of course, the France-Karabakh friendship circle members are very eager to cooperate with Artsakh in political, economic and cultural fields. The signing of memoranda of cooperation between the two cities symbolized by the development of further relations.“France-Karabakh" friendship circle members always meet people coming from Karabakh. This already means a lot. Soon we will organize French courses at Shushi Yeznik Mozyan College. Since January, there will be French courses again. I would like to enhance the ties between our two countries. I am always ready to make my contribution for stronger ties between two countries.
The interview was conducted by Garnik Aleksanyan
