Coaker: London supports strengthening  already established peace  between Yerevan and Baku

ArmInfo.  Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received a delegation led by Vernon Coaker, Minister of State for Defence of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and  Northern Ireland.

According to the PM's office,  the Prime Minister welcomed Mr.  Coaker's visit to Armenia and emphasized the recent active dialogue  and cooperation between Armenia and the United Kingdom. Nikol  Pashinyan noted that bilateral relations have an extensive agenda,  covering various areas and directions. The head of state added that  the Armenian government attaches importance to high-level reciprocal  visits, which give new impetus to the consistent expansion of ties.

Vernon Coaker emphasized that elevating relations with Armenia to the  level of strategic partnership will give new impetus to multifaceted  ties and the implementation of joint programs. He expressed  satisfaction with the discussions to enhance cooperation.

The interlocutors emphasized the importance of implementing joint  programs, including in  military education and cybersecurity.

Nikol Pashinyan and Vernon Coaker also discussed issues of regional  significance. Specifically, Vernon Coaker highlighted  the UK's  support for strengthening the already established peace between  Armenia and Azerbaijan, expressing confidence that it would enhance  stability and foster cooperation in the region.

They also exchanged views on the TRIPP and Crossroads of Peace  projects. Prime Minister Pashinyan noted that the Armenian government  is interested in unblocking regional communication based on the  principles outlined in the declaration signed in Washington on August  8 and attracting international investment for this purpose.