MOSCOW. - Russian-Armenian relations remain key factor for development of Armenian economy and Armenian society, said political scientist Andrei Areshev at Moscow-based event on 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence.

“The history suggests that Russian-Armenian relations have been fundamental in critical and fateful times. I believe that despite of all twists and turns of the fate that we overcame and that will still challenge us in the future, Russian-Armenian relations are a factor that is difficult to oppose,” he said.

Areshev mentioned that Armenia and Karabakh did not merely survive, they find enough strength to develop and sustain the national security on a due level despite the harsh circumstances and blockade.