The Armenian population of Samtskhe Javakheti has a key strategic role for Armenia’s communication security, an expert said.
“The Georgian authorities are forcing Armenians to leave their historical homeland or to assimilate. The situation even worsens due to the problems related to the activities of the Armenian Apostolic Church,” <b>Eduard Abramyan</b>, head of National Neo-conservative Movement told reporters on Monday.
“There are 130 thousand Armenians living in Samtskhe Javakheti and there are only 5 or 6 clergymen for the entire territory. The Armenian population of the region is spiritually thirsty,” he said. “To address these problems a separate AAC diocese should be established in Javakhk. Besides, Armenia should alter its policy towards the region.”
