In honor of the Republic of Armenia National Assembly (RA NA) delegation, led by NA Vice President Eduard Sharmazanov who also heads the Armenia-Czech Republic parliamentary friendship group, an official reception was organized Tuesday at the Czech Chamber of Deputies, and on behalf of Robin Böhnisch, Chairman of Czech Republic-Armenia Friendship Group of the Czech parliament. 

To note, on April 25, the Chamber of Deputies of the Czech Parliament adopted a Resolution on Recognition and Condemnation of the Armenian Genocide. 

Sharmazanov presented the RA NA Medal of Honor, the RA NA Diploma, and the RA NA President’s Memorial Medal to several members of the Chamber of Deputies for their contribution to the adoption of this resolution, and the strengthening of Czech-Armenian parliamentary ties.

During the reception the RA NA Deputy Speaker delivered a speech, where he particularly noted:

“Honorable Mr. Böhnisch,

“Dear Colleagues,

“The adoption of the Resolution on Recognition and Condemnation of the Armenian Genocide was the most serious step toward the protection of human rights and against genocides. The Armenian Genocide was the first great disaster committed against mankind in the 20th century, and the Czech Republic’s recognition of the genocide is the answer of your country against barbarism. We admire your courage, and you prevent new genocides with it. It is worth noting that Turkey has not changed its denial policy during the [past] 102 years. We should unite against Turkish denialism and for the protection of human rights.”