Economist Podcasts A word in edgewise: Turkey, Armenia and genocide
Apr 29, 2021
Piotr Zalepski, The Economist's Turkey correspondent, shares his expertise on the complicated history between Turkey and Armenia, sparked anew by President Biden’s acknowledgment of the 1915 genocide. Rob Gifford, a senior editor, discusses the rising persecution of Christians in China, particularly focusing on the government’s fear of underground movements. They explore the implications of nationalism, geopolitical tensions, and innovative ways, like wastewater testing, to monitor public health while navigating the intertwining issues of faith and state control.
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Armenian Genocide Recognition
- The 1915 massacres of Armenians remain a sensitive issue between Armenia and Turkey.
- Armenia and most historians recognize it as genocide, while Turkey disputes the scale and intent.
Turkey-Armenia Relations
- Turkey and Armenia have non-existent relations, worsened by Turkey's support for Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
- Turkey's support was key to Azerbaijan winning the war.
Erdogan's Offer
- Despite participating in a victory parade against Armenia, Erdogan suggested a potential "new era" in Turkish-Armenian relations.
- He hinted at this after Azerbaijan regained territory, potentially opening access to new regions.