Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace project is initiative to improve regional communication, reopen vital connections, says Spanish legislator

YEREVAN, JANUARY 13, ARMENPRESS. Member of the Congress of Deputies of Spain Jon Iñarritu has described Armenia’s Crossroads of Peace project as an initiative to improve regional communication and reopen vital connections, which could be a positive step forward.

The Spanish legislator made the remarks in an interview with Armenpress when asked about the Crossroads of Peace project seeking the reopening of regional connections. Iñarritu also commented on Azerbaijan’s corridor narrative.

Jon Iñarritu expressed concern about Azerbaijan’s aggressive rhetoric and its so-called Zangezur corridor narrative, which, according to the Spanish legislator, challenges Armenia’s sovereignty.

“Armenia has proposed initiatives to improve regional communication and reopen vital connections, which could be a positive step forward. However, I am concerned about Azerbaijan's aggressive rhetoric, particularly its insistence on a so-called "Zangezur corridor," which challenges Armenia’s sovereignty,” Jon Iñarritu said.

He highlighted the importance of regional connectivity for economic and social development, emphasizing that it must be built on mutual respect for sovereignty of all nations involved.

“While regional connectivity is important for economic and social development, it must be built on mutual respect for the sovereignty of all nations involved. Azerbaijan's narrative of a corridor raises both legal and political concerns. The ethnic cleansing of Armenians in Nagorno-Karabakh (Artsakh) and Azerbaijan’s recent aggressive actions further highlight the need for caution in these discussions. It is crucial that any regional cooperation respects Armenia’s sovereignty and guarantees the security and rights of its people,” he added.