YEREVAN: The Armenian parliament has passed a draft law concerning the regulation of commissions tasked with the delimitation and demarcation of borders with Azerbaijan. This decision marks a significant step in addressing long-standing territorial disputes between the two nations.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the draft law was approved during the latest session of the parliament, with 67 members of parliament (MPs) voting in favor. The approval came solely from MPs of the ruling “Civil Contract” party, as opposition MPs abstained from participating, having previously declared their intention to boycott the discussions on the draft law.

The move to regulate commissions for border delimitation and demarcation is a critical part of efforts to manage and possibly resolve disputes that have persisted for decades. The absence of opposition participation underscores ongoing political tensions within Armenia regarding its relationship and negotiations with Azerbaijan.