Vahagn Khachaturyan meets  NATO Secretary General`s Special  Representative for Caucasus and Central Asia

ArmInfo.During a meeting with Kevin Hamilton, NATO Secretary General's Special Representative for the Caucasus and Central Asia, Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan highly appreciated the ongoing development of relations between Armenia and the North Atlantic Alliance, as reported by the Armenian presidential press service.

"I am pleased to note that Armenia and NATO have truly succeeded in  establishing a solid foundation for a stronger partnership. We  maintain a fairly active dialogue and cooperation with NATO and its  allies, and I hope that during your term we will continue to expand  joint initiatives and programs," Khachaturyan noted.

In turn, Hamilton noted that he will make every effort to advance  cooperation between Armenia and the North Atlantic Alliance, as well  as to contribute to strengthening stability and security in the  region. 

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for effective  cooperation in various formats, emphasizing the positive dynamics of  high-level political dialogue. They also exchanged views on the  importance of joint efforts to protect democracy and democratic  values, emphasizing the significance of cooperation in  institutional  development, strengthening the rule of law, and increasing  transparency in governance. The importance of sharing best practices  and ensuring the continuous development of relevant programs was  stressed.

Khachaturyan noted that Armenia's close cooperation with individual  NATO member states continues to expand, encompassing both the  political and military spheres. He added that this cooperation plays  a crucial role in developing the country's potential, advancing  reforms, and strengthening regional security. The parties reaffirmed  their willingness to continue constructive dialogue and further  develop a partnership aimed at promoting peace,  stability and  security in the region.