CSTO member countries consider Armenia an ally, Tlataatbek Masadikov

Countries within the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) continue to view Armenia as an ally, according to the organization's Secretary General, Tlataatbek Masadikov. He emphasized that Armenia has been a proactive and harmonious member since the outset, making a significant contribution to strengthening the collective capabilities of the alliance.

Masadikov stated that CSTO member states consistently reaffirm their willingness to engage in discussions with Yerevan on all matters pertinent to restoring Armenia's full participation in the organization's joint activities. This comes after Armenia froze its participation in the CSTO in 2024.

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Armenia has been an active and harmonious member state from the very beginning, making a worthy contribution to strengthening the collective potential, and the CSTO member states continue to view this country as an ally in the organization.

Earlier, Viktor Vasiliev, Russia's Permanent Representative to the CSTO, noted that a consensus among member states would be required to revoke Armenia's voting rights within the organization's bodies. The next session of the CSTO Collective Security Council is scheduled for November 11 in Moscow, where leaders are expected to address this issue.

Armenia has previously indicated it might consider withdrawing from the CSTO. The organization's charter allows for the suspension of a member state's participation or even expulsion if it fails to fulfill its obligations, such as settling budget arrears. Armenia has not paid its contributions for two years and has withdrawn its representatives from the joint CSTO headquarters, effectively freezing its engagement.

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For the deprivation of Armenia's voting right in the CSTO bodies, consensus is required.