Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Armenia presents the copies of his credentials to Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia

On November 10, Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia Shavarsh Kocharyan received Raimkul Attakurov, the newly appointed Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Armenia (residence in Moscow) on the occasion of presenting the copies of his credentials. In his welcoming remarks Shavarsh Kocharyan mentioned that Armenia attaches importance to the development of bilateral relationship with Kyrgyzstan

Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia Shavarsh Kocharyan receives Aiymdos Bozzhigitov, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Armenia

On October 15, Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia Shavarsh Kocharyan received Aiymdos Bozzhigitov, Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Armenia. In his welcoming remarks Shavarsh Kocharyan mentioned that Armenian attaches importance to the development and deepening of Armenian-Kazakh comprehensive relations. He expressed hope that the appointment of

Foreign Minister of the Republic of Armenia Mr. Edward Nalbandian’s answer to the question of «Arminfo» news agency

Question- Mr. Minister, today there will be discussions in Washington D.C. on the appointment of the new US Ambassador to Armenia. What expectations do you have? Answer – The President of the Republic has already made public remarks in this respect. I would like to reiterate once again that we hope that as a result of today's discussions in the Senate, the candidacy of the n

Minister Oskanian Meets with Ambassador Geert Ahrens,Head of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR)Long-Term Election Observation Mission

Minister Oskanian received Ambassador Geert Ahrens, head of the OSCE Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights (ODIHR) long-term election observation mission, on the occasion of completing his mission. During the March 6 meeting, the Minister expressed his appreciation for the Mission’s work before, during and after the presidential elections.  Ambassad

Minister Oskanian Met with EU Special Representative in the South Caucasus

On June 15, 2007, Minister Oskanian received Ambassador Peter Semneby, the EU Special Representative in the South Caucasus. During the meeting, they discussed regional issues and Armenian-Turkish relations. Speaking about Armenia’s parliamentary elections, the EU special representative stressed that the EU sees these elections as a step forward and hopes that the upcoming presi

Introductory Address on Subtheme 3 Building a More Humane Europe By H. E. Mr. Vartan Oskanian Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia At the 115th Session of the Committee of Ministers Co

Mr. Chairman, I am privileged to speak on one of the four political priorities on which the heads of state and government had said they would like to see concrete progress for this ministerial session. BUILDING A MORE HUMANE EUROPE – this has been Europe’s intention all along. Assuring the well-being and dignity of human

Statement ByH.E. Vartan OskanianMinister Of Foreign AffairsAt The 114th Session Of TheCouncil Of Europe Committee Of Ministers

Secretary General, Dear Colleagues, Each year, the focus of this organization and its member states remains the same: to enhance democratization and rule of law so that governments can nurture healthy societies and healthy economies. Together with the OSCE and the European Union, the Council has wo

Ministry Statement on the Situation in Iraq

The Republic of Armenia is following the recent developments in Iraq with concern. Unfortunately, the process of peacefully disarming Iraq did not meet with success and military activities have begun. We are hopeful that they won't lead to a humanitarian and ecological disaster, which will threaten the civilian population of Ir

STATEMENT by Mr. Vartan Oskanian Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia at the 57th Session of the United Nations General Assembly General Deb

Mr. President,  Mr. Secretary-General,  Excellencies,  Distinguished Delegates, May I begin by congratulating Mr. Jan Kavan upon his election to the post of President of this 57th session of the General Assembly and wish him success in his work. I would also like to thank Mr.

MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS STATEMENT On the Counter-Terrorism Actions in Afghanistan

Today, the US authorities presented Armenia with the investigative evidence that has been gathered pertaining to the complicity of the Al Qaida organization in the terrorist acts of September 11. Armenia deeply regrets that despite diplomatic efforts, it was not possible to hand over the organizers of the September 11 terrorist events to