Foreign Minister participated in the international conference on prevention of violence against religious and ethnic minorities in the Middle East

On September 8, Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, upon the invitation of the Foreign Minister of France Laurent Fabius, participated in the international conference on prevention of violence against religious and ethnic minorities in the Middle East, in which high level delegations from around 60 states - foreign ministers, heads of international organizations, senior clerics, Deputy Secretary-G

Armenian delegation participated in the Second United Nations conference of Landlocked Developing Countries (LLDCs)

From 3 to 5 November in Vienna the Armenian delegation took part in the 2nd United Nations conference of landlocked developing countries (LLDCs). The delegation was headed by the Secretary General and Chief of Staff of MFA Shahen Avakian.

Students of the Diplomatic School visit Artsakh

The annual study tour of the Diplomatic School students to Artsakh took place from October 9th to 12th, led by Director of the School, Ambassador Vahe Gabrielyan.

THE FOREIGN MINISTER PRESENTED THE ACTIVITIES OF THE MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS IN 2013

In 2013 Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, based on the foreign policy guidelines and assignments outlined by the President of Armenia, continued its activities aimed at the strengthening of the country's external security component, maintenance of external favorable conditions and guaranties for the development of the country; increase of the number of Armenia’s friends in various cont

Statement by H.E. Mr. Edward Nalbandian Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia 20th Meeting of the OSCE Ministerial Council

I would like to start my address by expressing our condolences on the passing away of Nelson Mandela. I warmly remember my meeting and conversation in Pretoria with this great and wise statesman and leader.

A reception to mark the launch of the support project of the Diplomatic School of Armenia by the EU took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On July 1 a reception dedicated to the launch of the new stage of the project by EU to support the Diplomatic School of Armenia was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia delivered a speech at the meeting of the Permanent Council of the OSCE

On June 6, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia and the Chairman of the Committee of Ministers of Council of Europe Edward Nalbandyan who was in Vienna on a working visit, took part in the meeting of the Permanent Council of the OSCE and delivered a speech on the issues of the Council of Europe, cooperation between the Council of Europe and the OSCE and priorities of the Armenian Chairmanship in

Armenia became a member of the UN Alliance of Civilizations

On February 27 Vienna hosted the un alliance of civilizations 5th forum goal of which was to consolidate the international community against extremism through intercultural and inter-religious dialogue and cooperation. UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon opened the forum. High-ranking delegations from 136 countries and international organizations attended the forum.

STATEMENT by His Excellency EDWARD NALBANDIAN At the Paris Pact Third Ministerial Conference

I would like to join the previous speakers to thank the Government of Austria for hosting this important gathering and the Russian Federation and France for having taken the initiative for convening this conference.

The visit of the Armenian Foreign Affairs Minister Edward Nalbandian to Austria started

The Armenian Foreign Affairs Minister’s official visit to Austria started yesterday. \r\nEdward Nalbandian was received by Heinz Fischer, the President of the Federal Republic of Austria in his residence of Vienna. Welcoming the Armenian Foreign Minister, Heinz Fischer said that Austria is interested in further deepening and strengthening of relations with friendly Armenia. \r\n