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 Tuesday, February 10 2026 10:17
Marianna Mkrtchyan

U.S. vice-president`s visit aimed at advancing peace and stability in  South Caucasus

U.S. vice-president`s visit aimed at advancing peace and stability in  South Caucasus

ArmInfo.The U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan has issued the following statement:

"This week U.S. Vice-President will visit Azerbaijan, marking the  highest-level visit to Azerbaijan in many years.  The Vice  President's visit reflects the strength of the U.S.-Azerbaijan  relationship and our shared commitment to expanding cooperation and  advancing peace and stability in the South Caucasus." James David  Vance was on an official visit to Yerevan on February 9, 2026. He is  to travel to Azerbaijan today. 

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