The Washington meetings opened a new era in Armenian-Turkish relations, bringing Armenia to a more favorable position, according to Gagik Harutyunyan, head of Noravank scientific and educational center.

“Azerbaijan and Turkey made a large number of mistakes. Today, Turkey is a country, which has problems with other states, while Armenia has proved as a reliable partner, reacting adequately to international geopolitical tendencies,” the expert told a news conference on April 16.

“It’s more important for Turkey to open the border than to establish diplomatic relations with Armenia. However, judging by the Turkish Prime Minister’s recent statements, Ankara will first agree to establish relations and only then open the border,” Mr. Harutyunyan said.

Commenting on the pother over the possible war in Karabakh, he said it’s unlikely, given the military power of the Armenian army.