Strengthening Armenia-India Relations: Key Developments from Recent Meeting

On March 10, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi. They signed two key Memoranda of Understanding, reinforcing cooperation in foreign service education and drug regulation. Mirzoyan emphasized the importance of ongoing dialogue and high-level visits to strengthen bilateral relations.

On March 10, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan conducted a private meeting with India’s External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar in New Delhi. Following this, an expanded meeting of the delegations led by the ministers took place. Minister Mirzoyan expressed profound gratitude for the warm welcome from his Indian counterpart in his address.

Minister Mirzoyan acknowledged the opportunity to discuss both bilateral matters and broader regional issues. He congratulated Minister Jaishankar on his team’s recent victory at the International Cricket Council tournament, calling it a significant event. Moreover, he noted the strengthened relations between Armenia and India have notably improved in recent years, largely owing to Jaishankar’s efforts.

During their dialogue, Mirzoyan remarked on the importance of frequent visits and engagements between the two nations, stating that high-level exchanges are crucial for developing robust economic, trade, technological, and cultural connections. He emphasized the need for regular political consultations between the Foreign Ministries and the Intergovernmental Commission.

The discussion allowed Mirzoyan to touch upon various essential bilateral issues and both regional and global matters. He expressed satisfaction in carrying forward these discussions into a larger framework.

As a result of the meeting, two significant documents were signed: a Memorandum of Understanding between the Diplomatic School of Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and India’s Sushma Swaraj Institute of Foreign Service, along with a separately signed Memorandum focused on cooperation in drug regulation between specific health institutions from both nations.

The meeting between Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar marked a significant step in strengthening Armenia-India relations. The signing of two Memoranda of Understanding underscores a commitment to enhanced diplomatic and practical cooperation in areas such as foreign service training and drug regulation. Continued high-level visits and regular consultations are envisaged to further solidify the partnership between the two countries.

Original Source: armenpress.am