27.03.2018

The remarks by Minister Edward Nalbandian during the reception dedicated to the visit of Foreign Minister of Luxembourg, and opening of the Office of the Honorary Consul of Luxembourg

In Luxembourg, Armenia has a consistent, principal and reliable partner both on bilateral and multilateral platforms. Dear colleague, dear friend, hereinafter you can be assured that Armenia’s approach is deeply mutual. more ...

20.03.2018

Address by Edward Nalbandian, Foreign Minister, Chairman-in-Office of the Ministerial Conference of La Francophonie on the occasion of the Francophonie Day

Armenia is honoured by the confidence shown to it by the heads of French-speaking states and governments, which entrusted it with the opportunity to organize the summit. We have now mobilized our efforts to make this summit a great success for the entire francophone family. more ...

20.03.2018

Remarks by Edward Nalbandian at the meeting of the Political Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of La Francophonie

I am very pleased to welcome you in Armenia on the occasion of meeting of the Political Committee, on this special day - March 20, when the whole world celebrates the International Francophonie Day, but also in this exceptional year, when the spirit of La Francophonie is swirling in Armenia. more ...

16.03.2018

Statement by Edward Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia at the Ministerial Meeting on Support to Lebanon

The importance of the situation in Lebanon for Armenia goes beyond its regional significance. For centuries the Armenian nation has constituted part of the Lebanese and in general the Middle East mosaic. Today this country hosts the largest Armenian community in the region, and continue to be one of the cultural and spiritual centers of our people. Traditionally Armenians have been active in all spheres of the social life in Lebanon, including the politics. Today they are represented both in the Government and in the Parliament. The Armenians shared the whole difficulties that befell on the people of Lebanon and look forward to make their contribution to the safe and secure future of the state. The Republic of Armenia stands by the people of Lebanon in reaching these aspirations. more ...

13.03.2018

Remarks by Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian at “Sustainable Development Goals and implementation of the Agenda 2030: Armenia’s experience” roundtable discussion

In our view, Sustainable Development Goals are representing a kind of a test, both on national and international level. From international perspective, the process is and will continue to display to what extent the member states are ready for cooperation on regional and international levels in implementing these targets. From the national point of view, it will help to reveal the strong and weak sides of the practical implementation of our Goals. more ...

05.03.2018

Remarks by Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian at the Armenian premiere of "The Architects of Denial" documentary

There is no doubt that this film is a new step in the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide, in raising awareness about it, in the fight against new genocides and the evil of its denial and it makes an essential input to the universal efforts of keeping the promise of “never again”. I would like to thank all those who have contributed to this valuable movie. Today, many of them are present here, at the Armenian premiere. Please join me welcoming the co-producers of the movie, American cinema and television stars Dean Cain and Montel Williams. more ...

01.03.2018

Remarks by Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian at the session of the National Security Council

Since its independence Armenia has tried to establish relations with Turkey. However, the Armenian-Turkish relations were in the deadlock when the President of Armenia initiated the process of normalization of relations with Turkey back in 2008, which was based on the vision of normalisation of relations without preconditions. more ...

27.02.2018

Statement by Edward Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, at the High Level Segment of the 37th Session of the UN Human Rights Council

Thirty years ago, during these very days in February 1988 anti-Armenian pogroms broke out in Azerbaijani Sumgait leaving numerous Armenians killed, maimed and deported. They were perpetrated by the authorities of Azerbaijan with the aim to punish Armenians for the peaceful aspirations of the people of Nagorno-Karabakh for self-determination. more ...

21.02.2018

Statement by Edward Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign affairs of Armenia at the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the European Parliament

Inter-parliamentary cooperation has been an indispensable and integral part of the political dialogue between Armenia and the European Union. The Parliamentary Cooperation Committee provides a productive platform in this regard. Its last session has been successfully convened in Yerevan last December. As our country is about to complete its transition to parliamentary system of governance the role of the inter-parliamentary cooperation gains an increased significance. more ...

28.12.2017

Welcoming remarks by Minister Nalbandian at the Christmas and New Year reception at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia

Not only in Armenia, but in many countries of the world there is a tradition to celebrate the New Year’s Eve among friends. Today we are gathered here with friends who are also united by the joint efforts to further strengthen Armenia’s friendly bonds in bilateral and multilateral relations. more ...