Pashinyan: It`s necessary to strengthen OSCE`s role in ensuring  security and stability in it`s area of responsibility

ArmInfo. On October 14, RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received Elina Valtonen, the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Finnish Foreign Minister.

According to the PM's office, the Prime Minister highlighted the  importance of productive cooperation with the OSCE, noting the active  dialogue established with the organization in recent years. Nikol  Pashinyan stressed the need to strengthen the OSCE's role in  maintaining security and stability in it's area of responsibility.

Elina Valtonen congratulated the RA Prime Minister on the peace  agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan, expressing confidence it  will significantly contribute to building a stable future for the  country and foster cooperation in the region.

The two sides discussed the normalization of relations between  Armenia and Azerbaijan, the continuation of the border demarcation  process, and issues related to regional processes.

Views were exchanged on the development of relations between Armenia  and the European Union. Nikol Pashinyan emphasized the importance of  the EU's consistent support in strengthening democracy and advancing  reforms He stated that  implementing EU standards in various areas is  crucial for the Armenian government. Discussions also included  combating corruption, developing civil society, improving the  business environment, and other reforms.

Nikol Pashinyan and Elina Valtonen also spoke about the further  development of relations between Armenia and Finland. Specifically,  they exchanged views on opportunities for developing business ties  and attracting investment. Both parties emphasized the need to  organize high-level reciprocal visits.