Q: How would you comment on Russia's decision to suspend its participation in the Treaty on Conventional Forces in Europe?

A: Armenia perceives the CFE Treaty as a key factor in security transparency and an important balancing mechanism in and around Europe. It has proven its efficacy in the 15 years of its existence. Since coming into effect, the Treaty has been a very potent tool in controlling the arms race in Europe.

So long as we still have 150 days during which Russia remains a State Party to the Treaty, we can only express hope that the issues among the States Parties will be settled through dialogue. Armenia is ready to hold consultations with all CFE States Parties states on this issue.