Turkey, Armenia Enter Most Active Phase of Relations Since 1990s
(MENAFN) Relations between Türkiye and Armenia are entering what many describe as their most active and concrete phase since the 1990s, as recent normalization efforts begin to gain momentum.
By early May, diplomatic engagement between the two sides has become more frequent, with attention shifting toward confidence-building initiatives. These include practical cooperation projects such as the planned joint restoration of the historic Ani Bridge, located on the shared border between the two countries.
Against this backdrop, young people in Yerevan are beginning to reflect on what these developments could mean for their future. In the city center, including Republic Square and Abovyan Street, many expressed cautious optimism about the changing atmosphere.
One 32-year-old resident, Aprin, shared that expectations for peace are particularly strong among her generation, who grew up amid prolonged instability.
“(We have) big hopes about the peace, because we didn't have peace for around 30 years,” she said, noting that conflict and unrest have been a constant backdrop throughout her life.
“I was born in 1994 and we always had like, strikes and war, little wars, big wars, etc.,” she explained.
“So it's actually very fantastic for us, not realistic so much. We have huge hopes for the future, that the peace will really happen, and we will have maybe open borders with our neighbors.”
Her comments reflect a broader sense among younger Armenians that improved regional relations could reshape daily life, particularly through greater stability, connectivity, and the possibility of more open borders in the South Caucasus.
By early May, diplomatic engagement between the two sides has become more frequent, with attention shifting toward confidence-building initiatives. These include practical cooperation projects such as the planned joint restoration of the historic Ani Bridge, located on the shared border between the two countries.
Against this backdrop, young people in Yerevan are beginning to reflect on what these developments could mean for their future. In the city center, including Republic Square and Abovyan Street, many expressed cautious optimism about the changing atmosphere.
One 32-year-old resident, Aprin, shared that expectations for peace are particularly strong among her generation, who grew up amid prolonged instability.
“(We have) big hopes about the peace, because we didn't have peace for around 30 years,” she said, noting that conflict and unrest have been a constant backdrop throughout her life.
“I was born in 1994 and we always had like, strikes and war, little wars, big wars, etc.,” she explained.
“So it's actually very fantastic for us, not realistic so much. We have huge hopes for the future, that the peace will really happen, and we will have maybe open borders with our neighbors.”
Her comments reflect a broader sense among younger Armenians that improved regional relations could reshape daily life, particularly through greater stability, connectivity, and the possibility of more open borders in the South Caucasus.
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