Armenia

"We attach importance to the start of the announced strategic dialogue between RA and the UK;" Mirzoyan

22 May 2023, 19:40

On May 22, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, Ararat Mirzoyan, met with the Minister of European Affairs of the United Kingdom, Leo Docherty. The meeting was followed by a joint press conference between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia and the Minister of European Affairs of the UK. Below is RA Foreign Minister Mirzoyan's statement to the press and the answer to the journalist's question.

EU ambassadors met with the Governor of Syunik

22 May 2023, 18:56

As part of the events dedicated to Europe Day in the Syunik region, the head of the EU delegation in Armenia, Ambassador Andrea Viktorin, the ambassadors of European countries participating in the events, representatives of embassies and partners implementing development projects had a meeting with Mr. Robert Ghukasyan, governor of the Syunik region.

22 May 2023, 18:45

The United Kingdom supports the development and economic prosperity of Armenia's textile sector

Today, we discussed the development prospects of the textile industry in Armenia with the Minister of State for European Affairs of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Leo Docherty, and the UK Ambassador to Armenia, John Gallagher.

22 May 2023, 18:14

Issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed with the officials of the US Department of Defense

On May 22, RA Defense Minister Suren Papikyan received the delegation headed by Major General Keith Phillips and Mr. Patrick Pryor, representatives of the US Department of Defense.

22 May 2023, 17:22

The importance of the activity of French companies present in RA was emphasized

Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received France's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Armenia, Anne Louyot.

22 May 2023, 17:00

It was possible to agree on two more articles of the draft peace treaty; Ararat Mirzoyan

According to him, some progress was made in the negotiations in Washington because it was possible to agree on two more articles of the draft peace treaty. Still, it was possible to have a direct, extended, and sincere conversation about several other reports.

22 May 2023, 16:33

"There was a point in the November 9 announcement that we removed and said that we will not sign under any circumstances;" Prime Minister (VIDEO)

Pashinyan elaborated that the issue of "signing the declaration with enclaves" favored the then General Staff of the Armed Forces, "Discussions were held with the representatives of the General Staff, and they said it's nothing; sign with enclaves. I said no; I will not sign," he added.

22 May 2023, 16:27

"In our relations with the Russian Federation, we will act to the extent that will allow us not to come under Western sanctions." the prime minister

To the question, are there any Armenian companies already under sanctions or are on the threshold, he answered, "I know there are companies that are on the radar, so to speak; their activities will be investigated, and consequences will be drawn."

For the UK, relations with Azerbaijan are as crucial as with Armenia; Minister

22 May 2023, 16:14

The Minister of State for European Affairs of the United Kingdom, Leo Dockerty, stated that his country's position regarding the Karabakh issue has not changed. The UK wants to see comprehensive peace as soon as possible.

"We are ready to discuss the arrested Azerbaijani servicemen after passing the legal procedures." Prime Minister (VIDEO)

22 May 2023, 15:46

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed the Azerbaijani service members detained in Armenia. He noted that no Azerbaijani ended up in Armenia due to getting lost. "Those Azerbaijanis who are currently in Armenia crossed the border with Armenia by their own decision and knowing very well," he said.