Russian envoy presents credentials to Armenian President![]() May 25, 2013 - 16:48 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Newly-appointed ambassador of Russia Ivan Volinkin presented his credentials to Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan. President Sargsyan congratulated the envoy on the appointment, voicing hope that he will contribute to the strengthening of Armenian-Russian relations. He particularly hailed the cooperation in the fields of politics and economy as well as partnership with CSTO and CIS and in the framework of international organizations. Fro his part, Ambassador Volinkin pledged to foster the development of bilateral relations. He further noted that the high dynamics of bilateral ties contributes to the constructive political dialogue between the two counties. Grigoryan added that the situation around the world and particularly in the region is very difficult. The Armenian Defense Ministry has denied Azerbaijan's accusations of violating the ceasefire. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan took to social media to thank his Lithuanian counterpart for the contribution. President of the Armenian parliament Alen Simonyan met with the Speaker of the Azerbaijani Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova. Partner news |