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“If the border was open, all Armenians from Armenia would be there,” said Kaan Soyak

Tarih: Haziran 29, 2013

More Armenians would be in Akdamar if border was open
Observers agree that more Armenians would have been in the eastern city of Van in Turkey to attend the historic Sept. 19 service at the Armenian Orthodox Church of the Holy Cross on the island of Akdamar (Aghtamar), if the cross controversy had been resolved earlier and the border between the neighboring countries was open.
“If the border was open, all Armenians from Armenia would be there,” said Kaan Soyak, co-founder and co-chairman of the Turkish-Armenian Business Development Council (TABDC). Regarding the cross controversy, Soyak said that Armenians in Armenia had difficulties understanding why the cross was not properly fixed on top of the church’s steeple in time for the service, while mentioning that Turkey and Armenia still have no diplomatic relations despite US-brokered peace accords signed last year.

23.09.2010

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TABDC believes in transparency to dissipate any atmosphere of suspicion. The on-going dialogue and cooperation should remain an open process, inclusive and unifying. We share the burden of the past and bear a joint responsibility for a bright future for our peoples. Dialogue and interaction between public organizations and business associations are a pre-requisite for establishing mutual understanding, handling sensitive issues and achieving prosperity in our region. We are in favor of concrete actions and attainable objectives. A pragmatic approach can highlight the mutual interests of both Armenians and Turks and have a direct and lasting impact on public opinion. Deeds are more important than speeches. As fear is widespread, nothing can be taken for granted. Dialogue requires courage and building trust and confidence is essential. TABDC is motivated by the past sufferings and present yearnings and hopes of people in Armenia, Turkey and diaspora. As mature European countries, we must strive to ensure success in our endeavors.

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