ArmInfo. Armenia attaches great importance to the development of Armenian-Iranian relations, which have a centuries-old history and are built on mutual respect, as stated by Armen Khachatryan, Deputy Chairman of the RA National Assembly Committee on Defense and Security Issues, during a meeting with the delegation of the Iran-Armenia Parliamentary Group of the Iranian Majlis on January 13.
According to him, as quoted by the RA NA press service, Armenian-Iranian relations hold significant strategic importance. Emphasizing the necessity of cooperation in various parliamentary formats, Armen Khachatryan noted that this will further enhance inter-parliamentary cooperation and facilitate the implementation of new initiatives. Ara Shahverdyan, the head of the Iran-Armenia Friendship Group of the Iranian Majlis, expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and highlighted the special position and importance of Armenia in Iran's foreign policy. "As the Supreme Leader of Iran emphasized, we support the territorial integrity of the Republic of Armenia and oppose any geopolitical changes in the region's borders," Ara Shahverdyan said.
Armen Khachatryan highlighted the importance of Iran's stance on regional security, territorial integrity and inviolability of borders. It was noted during the meeting that there are numerous areas of cooperation that require further interaction.