Armenian FM reiterates commitment to ongoing dialogue with Russia

ArmInfo. Armenia is interested in maintaining an effective dialogue with Russia to discuss issues on the bilateral agenda and the regional situation.  This was stated by Armenia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ararat  Mirzoyan, during talks with the head of the Russian MFA, Sergey  Lavrov, on January 21 in Moscow.

"Armenia is interested in maintaining an effective dialogue with  Russia to discuss issues on the bilateral agenda and the regional  situation. Armenia has always followed the principle of open and  constructive dialogue, and we hope that in the future the Russian  side will consider all aspects of what is happening, avoiding  unilateral. Unfortunately, we have seen such interpretations recently  and in the past few days," the Armenian minister said.  Referring to  his visit, he called it relevant. "The visit is quite relevant in  light of the dynamics of the development of our relations. I remember  the last time we met in this format was in July 2023. The visit  provides a good opportunity to address bilateral cooperation, as well  as to exchange views on regional and global matters," Mirzoyan said.

When discussing collaboration on international platforms, Mirzoyan  noted that official Yerevan has consistently shown understanding  towards Moscow's position  and expects a similar approach to  Armenia's actions, considering the interests of the Republic of  Armenia. He noted that Yerevan aims to uphold the tradition of  collaboration with Moscow on international platforms.  The head of  the Armenian Foreign Ministry highlighted economic cooperation as a  crucial component of bilateral relations. According to him, it has a  positive impact on the growth of trade relations.

"In the context of Armenia's strong commitment to enhance the  economic appeal of the South Caucasus, I am pleased to reaffirm  Armenia's vision of unblocking all transportation routes in the  region as part of the Crossroads of Peace project," Mirzoyan stated.  He also noted that the cooperation between  Armenia and Russia on   humanitarian efforts is positive as well.