There is no alternative to the existence of free and independent Artsakh [(Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR))]. The international community must recognize the independence of Artsakh.

National Assembly (NA) of Armenia Vice President Eduard Sharmazanov, who is on a working visit to Argentina, noted the above-said in capital city Buenos Aires.

Sharmazanov stated this during his talk Sunday, at the St. Gregory the Illuminator Church Armenian Diocesan Seat, with Archbishop Kissag Mouradian, Primate of the Armenian Diocese of Argentina and Chile of the Armenian Apostolic Church; and representatives of the Diocesan Council as well as the Argentine Armenian community organizations.

The Armenian Parliament deputy speaker added that Armenians need unity and solidarity today, more than ever.