
ArmInfo."I am pleased to note that in recent years, an unprecedented positive dialogue has been established between Armenia and Turkey. My meetings with President Erdogan are regular, with a continuously growing level of trust," Armenian Premier Nikol Pashinyan stated during his speech at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
This is an achievement that I highly value and am confident will bring positive results in the foreseeable future, namely the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Turkey and the full opening of the interstate border.
Ladies and Gentlemen;
In recent years, the geography of diplomatic relations of the Republic of Armenia has been visibly and pleasantly expanding.
During the 30 years of independence, the Republic of Armenia did not have diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. I am happy to note that now, diplomatic relations have been established between our countries, and a dialogue is taking place.
And the traditional ties of the Republic of Armenia are developing noticeably. Our dialogue and brotherhood with the Islamic Republic of Iran and Georgia are becoming more visible. These relations, along with our relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan, are extremely important for seeing the South Caucasus region as a peaceful, stable and developing environment.
In this sense, I also value the 3+3 format, which is an important platform for us to engage in dialogue with the countries of our region and to develop our traditional dialogue with the Russian Federation, although we always have active contacts with Russia in a bilateral format.
We have recently established a strategic partnership with China, and we have active political and trade-economic ties with India. A balanced and balancing foreign policy opens up new horizons for us. We are intensifying our relations with Japan, Mongolia, the Middle East, and Central Asian countries.