Deputy FM points out importance of joint Air Defense system with Russia

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Shavarsh Kocharyan does not agree with allegations, stating as if the joint Air Defense system with Russia will abolish the independence of Armenia’s airspace.

“Actually that’s wrong. There is another side to it : the opportunity to scrutinize the entire surrounding area. Meaning, we do not have the opportunity which the Russian military hardware has to offer. Being able to scrutinize our surroundings, in my opinion is very important”, Kocharyan said.

According to him similar agreements are in force in CSTO territories.

Previously, the Foreign Relations Committee of the Armenian Parliament endorsed the agreement on establishing a joint Air Defense system with Russia.

The agreement is yet to be ratified.