ArmInfo.In the context of global change, the development of relations with China is of particular importance. Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mntsakanyan stated on August 27 at the annual meeting of the heads of the central apparatus and bodies of the foreign diplomatic service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia.
"Armenia is ready to consider the possibility of involvement in global infrastructure projects based on the national and regional agendas. Historically, the Armenian people have had an important involvement in the Asian region, and we intend to continue to develop our cooperation with India and Japan. The historical ties and representation of Armenia in the Middle East are of civilizational significance, which are manifested in tolerance and dialogue with the Middle East, such values as the peaceful coexistence of religions - Christianity and Islam. The Armenian people have built strong traditional friendships in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Iraq, and Armenia intends to develop these historical contacts. The Syrian crisis has a direct impact on Armenia and the Armenian representation in the region, and cannot be ignored. The Armenian humanitarian mission is carried out in Syria precisely out of this concern.
''Armenia will also expand its involvement in the countries of the Persian Gulf, "said the head of the Armenian Foreign Ministry, adding that Armenia intends to develop relations with all countries of the Middle East, without exception, based on the principles of its foreign policy.
At the same time, he stated that the work of the Armenian communities and the existing potential for cooperation with the countries of Latin America determined the active interaction of Armenia with the states of this continent, in particular with Argentina, Uruguay, Brazil and Mexico. "The positive dynamics of cooperation with these countries should undoubtedly continue. Armenia intends to identify and implement new programs of cooperation with ASEAN member countries and the Pacific region, as evidenced by the recent regional visit of the Prime Minister of Armenia. We attach importance to the development of existing relations with Canada, as well as developing new ways of interacting with Australia. For the foreign policy of Armenia, the African continent remains a new direction, and we open this new direction through close partnership with our historical friend, Ethiopia. This year we plan to open our diplomatic mission in Addis Ababa, which also houses the headquarters of the African Union, which is a kind of gateway to the region. For Armenia, the African direction is also important in terms of promoting its agenda, "Mnatsakanyan said, in this context, pointing out the role of the Armenian Diaspora in establishing and strengthening relations with foreign countries.