equilibrium, its periodic ceasefire violations, and its expansionist stance in negotiations are
aimed at forcing Artsakh to relinquish its statehood and legitimate rights, and thus impede the
peaceful resolution of the conflict.
4.30 The Republic of Armenia shall continue to support human rights and democratic
institutions in Artsakh, as well as further strengthen its economic and environmental security.
Human rights, including political, civil, economic, social, and cultural rights, are inalienable
values, the protection of which should be a collective goal of the international community.
4.31 The Republic of Armenia is determined to ensure that the collective rights of the population
of Artsakh to determine its own future, its governing structure, its economic development
models and approaches, and its universal right to elect its own democratic government are
both exercised and recognized.
4.32 The Republic of Armenia will provide necessary assistance to Artsakh for expanding
and deepening its international relations so that its population can benefit from international
cooperation, fulfill its potential, and exercise its rights.
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