Yerevan’s foreign policy based on trust and reciprocity, FM saysSeptember 26, 2012 - 14:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian delivered a speech at Los Angeles World Affairs Council. In his speech, the Foreign Minister talked about Armenia’s foreign policy, Armenia's relations with the United States, regional issues at South Caucasus and Yerevan’s efforts in overcoming the challenges. As Nalbandian noted, “Yerevan conducts multivectoral policy, with strengthening international ties and expanding cooperation as a key issue on Armenia’s agenda. In building partnership relations, Armenia is guided by the principles of reciprocity, goodwill, trust and mutual benefit.” Dwelling on Armenia-U.S. ties, Nalbandian stressed the mutual trust between the countries as a basis of expanding cooperation. The Minister specifically noted the age-long friendship between the countries, as well as the role of the American Armenians play in boosting ties. “The independent Armenia follows in the U.S.’ steps, adhering to the principles of democracy, market economy and human rights. Today, the humanitarian assistance by the U.S. is transforming into a mutually beneficial partnership. We hope the the 20th anniversary of the two countries’ diplomatic ties will open up new perspectives for further partnership,” Nalbandian stressed. Top stories Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. Hikmet Hajiyev has said that there is no place for USAID operation in Azerbaijan any longer. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. Partner news | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. IDBank issues 2nd tranche of dollar bonds of 2024 On May 13, 2024, IDBank placed registered coupon bonds under the abbreviation AMANLBB2PER9. |