CSTO must be very careful and tactful in its work with Armenia – Lukashenko

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has called on the Collective Security Treaty Organization to be very careful and tactful in its engagement with Armenia, Belta reports.

Speaking on April 6 during a meeting with CSTO Secretary General Taalatbek Masadykov, Lukashenko acknowledged that while the organization has achieved certain results, it continues to face a number of unresolved issues. Among them, he singled out relations with Armenia as requiring particular attention.

According to the Belarusian leader, Armenia’s position within the CSTO remains complicated. He noted that Yerevan appears reluctant to fully support the organization’s activities, yet continues to remain a member. In this context, Lukashenko stressed the importance of maintaining a careful and balanced approach.

He also pointed to Armenia’s domestic political environment, highlighting the upcoming parliamentary elections expected this summer. Describing the period as “very difficult,” Lukashenko said that the electoral context makes it especially important for the CSTO to proceed cautiously in its dealings with the country.

Lukashenko further emphasized the need for direct engagement between the CSTO leadership and Armenian authorities. He suggested that Masadykov visit Armenia to hold discussions with senior officials, including the prime minister, the president, and the secretary of the Security Council, in order to better understand their position on future cooperation within the CSTO framework.