On January 16th Ambassador of Armenia to the United States Varuzhan Nersesyan met with the newly-elected Congressman Terrance John “TJ” Cox (D-CA). Ambassador Nersesyan congratulated Congressman Cox on being elected to the US Congress and wished him success in his future endeavors.

Ambassador Nersesyan briefed Congressman Cox on the fundamental reforms of the Armenian Government in the judiciary system and the areas of human rights protection and the fight against corruption, as well as the outcome of the December 9 snap parliamentary elections and the positive feedback of international observers.

The interlocutors highlighted the role of the US Congress in enhancing US foreign aid, promoting investments and intensifying bilateral political and inter-parliamentary relations, as well as resolving regional conflicts. They also underlined the role of the Armenian-American community in strengthening and deepening bilateral relations between Armenia and the United States. Ambassador Nersesyan and Congressman Cox agreed to continue discussions on the US-Armenia agenda.