Statement of the Foreign Minister on the authorisation to the European Commission on starting negotiations with Armenia

We attach importance to the decision of the Council of the European Union to give a mandate to the European Commission to start negotiations over forming the new legal basis of relations with Armenia. \r\n

Statement by the Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian on agreement reached over the Iranian nuclear program

Armenia welcomes the agreement reached over the Iranian nuclear program.

Foreign Minister met the Speaker of People's Council of Syria

Stressing that unfolding clashes and humanitarian crisis are of Armenia’s constant concern, Minister Nalbandian expressed hope that the efforts towards stabilization of political situation and establishment of peace in the country will be successful.

Foreign Minister of Armenia met Secretary General of the Council of Europe Thorbjørn Jagland

Attaching significance to the holding of the Forum Thorbjørn Jagland expressed hope, that the discussions would be useful both to explore the causes and elimination of consequences of crimes against humanity of the past as well as preventing new heinous crimes. In this context the Secretary General of the CoE attached importance to the active efforts of Armenia in the prevention of acts of

The House of Representatives of the Parliament of the Netherlands adopted decision on the Armenian Genocide

The decision was adopted by a vote of 127 in favour to 13 against.

The newly-appointed Ambassador of Qatar handed over the copies of credentials to the Foreign Minister of Armenia

Welcoming the guest, Minister Nalbandian wished good luck to Ambassador Ali Bin Hamad Al Sulaiti in the realization of his mission, and expressed hope that the Ambassador will foster the deepening of bilateral relations with his activities.

Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

We welcome the Minsk Summit results held within the “Normandy format” on February 11-12 – the adoption of joint declaration by the Presidents of Ukraine, Russia, France and the Chancellor of Germany, the signing of document by Contact Group on the means of implementation of Minsk agreements.

Pan-Armenian Declaration on the Centennial of the Armenian Genocide

Declaration calls upon the coming generations of Armenians to protect their sacred native heritage with patriotism, consciousness and intellect and resolutely struggle and serve for a stronger Homeland, free and democratic Republic of Armenia, the progress and strengthening of independent Artsakh, the efficient unity of Armenians worldwide, the realization of the centuries-old sacrosanct goals of

Newly appointed Ambassador of China hands copies of his credentials over to Foreign Minister of Armenia

On November 10, Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian received the newly appointed Ambassador of the People's Republic of China Tian Erlong on the occasion of handing over copies of his credentials.

The answer of MFA spokesman Tigran Balayan to a question of “Armenpress” News Agency

Question: As a result of the events of yesterday in Kiev there are killed and injured people. What is your reaction?