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Former Artsakh State Minister Artak Beglaryan says he has accepted Ruben Vardanyan's proposal to serve as his advisor. Vardanyan took over as Artsakh state minister on Friday.

The full text of a statement issued by Beglaryan on Saturday is provided below.

"Dear compatriots,

Yesterday, by decree of the President of the Republic of Artsakh, I was released from the position of State Minister of Artsakh, handing over the reins to Ruben Vardanyan.

1. I would like to thank President Harutyunyan for this opportunity to serve the state and our people.

2. I assumed the powers of the State Minister under difficult conditions, months after the disastrous war, aware of the extent of the responsibility before our people, the President, my colleagues and the next generations.

3. In these critical conditions, within the framework of my powers and abilities, I have done everything possible in the direction of finding operative and systematic solutions to problems. Let the people, the President and colleagues evaluate how far I have succeeded and failed, however, I think that in that hard situation important and extensive works have been done by the Government with the President’s leadership.I have presented my brief assessments of what I did and what I didn't do in press conference.

4. During my tenure, I was guided by the Constitution, the legislations of the Republic, my conscience, values, principles and national and state interests. Although I am not fully satisfied with the results of my activity, my conscience is clear and my heart is at peace that I have devoted myself unreservedly and contributed to the maximum of my potential.

5. I apologize to all my compatriots for any of my omissions and any disappointments that I may have caused. Be sure that the reasons were not my indifference and indolence, but the limitations of resources, capabilities and functions.

6. I am glad that the president and Ruben Vardanyan made this decision. Mr. Vardanyan has undertaken a mission with extended powers to solve internal and external problems facing Artsakh. I am sure that new hope is ahead, and we must build our future ourselves with the participation and assistance of all Armenians.

7. I have decided to continue my service and dedication to the state and the people, accepting Ruben Vardanyan's proposal to be part of the team. Therefore, I will serve as an advisor to the State Minister, which is the lowest possible position discussed with the President and Mr. Vardanyan, but is the most optimal option for the effective realization of my potential at this stage, As I’ve reiterated for me it is not the status that is important, but the values and the results. In addition to the efforts of ensuring smooth transition, I will assume specific powers and functions in solving both urgent and strategic problems.

ARTSAKH WILL BE ARMENIAN, MORE DEVELOPED AND STRONGER.

LET’S GET TO WORK!"