Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan recently held a meeting with Iran’s President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian, where they discussed the importance of strengthening the relationship between the two countries. Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude for Pashinyan accepting the invitation to visit Iran and emphasized the significance of continued political, economic, and humanitarian cooperation between the two nations.
Pashinyan, on the other hand, commended Pezeshkian for his warm hospitality and congratulated him on his election as president. He highlighted the deep-rooted friendship and cultural ties between Armenia and Iran, emphasizing the need to further enhance bilateral relations through dialogue and joint efforts.
During the meeting, Pashinyan also presented the Crossroads of Peace project, aimed at unblocking regional connections, and discussed the importance of Iran’s involvement in key infrastructure projects like the North-South highway and the modernization of border crossing points.
The leaders explored various areas of cooperation, including trade, healthcare, technology, education, and culture, with a focus on implementing new joint initiatives for mutual benefit.
Overall, the meeting highlighted the mutual commitment to fostering peace, stability, and prosperity in the region, setting the stage for deeper collaboration between Armenia and Iran.