WASHINGTON DC — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio issued a statement marking the first anniversary of the agreement reached among Armenia, the United States and Azerbaijan regarding implementation of the TRIPP initiative. The declaration brought an end to decades of conflict in the South Caucasus and laid the foundation for the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP). “Over the past twelve months, the United States has worked closely with Armenia and Azerbaijan to turn that promise into tangible progress. “Peace has created an opportunity to deepen relations among the United States, Armenia and Azerbaijan, contributing to greater economic prosperity for all three countries. “The United States remains fully committed to working with Armenia and Azerbaijan to build upon this foundation and take further steps forward.