BSCOSMO urges business community to support Ruben Vardanyan

PanARMENIAN.Net - BSCOSMO, an international business network uniting entrepreneurs from various countries, has issued a statement calling for a fair trial and transparent legal proceedings for Ruben Vardanyan, the former State Minister of Artsakh, and other political detainees.

The organization expresses deep concern over Vardanyan’s arrest and ongoing trial, as well as the situation of other political prisoners, urging the business community to take a stand, reports Aravot.am.

The statement highlights Vardanyan’s contributions as a businessman, philanthropist, and social activist. Over the years, he has played a key role in economic development, business growth, and social initiatives, fostering job creation, human capital development, and a competitive business environment. His efforts have strengthened international economic ties and improved Armenia’s business climate, positively impacting both regional and global economies.

BSCOSMO emphasizes that justice, human rights, and the rule of law should be a priority for the international community. It stresses that politically motivated arrests must comply with international legal norms and be subject to independent oversight.

Without endorsing any political stance, BSCOSMO upholds the principles of justice, legality, and judicial transparency. In this regard:

• It calls for a fair, open, and transparent trial in accordance with international legal standards.
• It demands full protection of Vardanyan’s and other detainees’ rights, including independent legal representation, international monitoring, and uninterrupted judicial procedures.
• It urges authorities to resolve the issue diplomatically, reaffirming their commitment to peaceful settlement.
• It appeals to the business community to defend the fundamental principles of justice and business freedom rather than remain indifferent.

BSCOSMO expresses confidence that only a just and transparent legal process can ensure human rights protection and trust in the international judicial system.

As a global business network, BSCOSMO underscores the importance of legality, business freedom, and fundamental human rights. The organization remains committed to monitoring the situation and calls on international organizations, business leaders, and human rights groups to collaborate in overseeing judicial proceedings.

Ruben Vardanyan, the former State Minister of Artsakh, currently held in a Baku prison on politically motivated charges, has sent an audio message through his family. He emphasized that he has always acted in line with his moral principles and has never betrayed them, even in difficult times. He has now been on a hunger strike for 24 days.

"I knew what I was getting into, and I was prepared for even worse conditions. I am not a victim and do not seek pity; this was a conscious decision," he stated.