Turkish analyst advises Armenia to refrain from discussions of Genocide problem
"Every new debate on events of the early 20th century heightens tension in Turkey. In my opinion, Armenia should refrain from promotion of the issue, what will allow to establish diplomatic relations with Turkey and open the Armenian-Turkish border," analyst at the European Stability Initiative (ESI) Diba Nigar Goksel said at a Yerevan-hosted conference titled "Armenia and Turkey: Regional Interests in Light of European Integration Processes."
The Karabakh factor that caused closure of the Armenian-Turkish border is not critical to date, according to her.
"To a certain extent, Turkey fears of Azerbaijan's reaction to opening of the border, since, given its economic development, this republic can venture itself some independence. However, it's erroneous to perceive Azerbaijan as Turkey's "younger brother." Ankara can't influence on Azerbaijan's policy," she said.
The Karabakh factor that caused closure of the Armenian-Turkish border is not critical to date, according to her.
"To a certain extent, Turkey fears of Azerbaijan's reaction to opening of the border, since, given its economic development, this republic can venture itself some independence. However, it's erroneous to perceive Azerbaijan as Turkey's "younger brother." Ankara can't influence on Azerbaijan's policy," she said.
