German Minister of Foreign Affairs Frank-Walter Steinmeier welcomed rapprochement between Turkey and Armenia.

"Turkey and Armenia opened a new chapter of relations. I welcome this courageous step, it deserves our respect and acknowledgment. The agreements offer prospects for good-neighborly relations on the basis of communication and confidence. The course the countries took up will contribute to security, stability and cooperation in the entire Caucasus region. Now, soonest ratification and implementation of the Protocols is needed. We call on all political forces in Turkey and Armenia to use the moment to normalize relations," he said in a statement.