"Extension of Russian military base presence in Armenia does not hurt Azerbaijan's interests"

“The extension of the term of deployment of Russian military base in Armenia will result in stability in the region. It meets the interests of Armenia and does not damage Azerbaijan’s interests,” Chairman of Russian State Duma’s Committee on CIS Affairs and Relationas with Compatriots Alexei Ostrovsky said.

“I do not see any reason for Azerbaijan’s concern over the decision of President Medvedev. There may be some concern of Azerbaijan, the other partner and ally of Russia in the region. Russia establishes equal relations with its partners. This is normal cooperation, it is in accordance with the logic of the relations established after the collapse of the USSR,” he said.

According to the committee chairman, by keeping its military presence in the Caucasus, Russia confirms its status as a regional super power that ensures not only its own interests, but also the interests of its partners.

Alexei Ostrovsky said Russia is interested in the resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict, it is confirmed by President Medvedev’s consequent policy, numerous meetings of the presidents of Russia, Azerbaijan and Armenia.


/APA/