Armenian ambassador to Canada Armen Yeganian met Monday, March 18 with the chair of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development Dean Allison.

Parliamentary cooperation and Armenian-Canadian economic relations were in the focus of the discussion, with ambassador Yeganian stressing the importance of Canadian investments in Armenian economy. In this context, the envoys hailed the prospects for the development of trade and economic ties, particularly in mining and high-tech industries.

During a discussion on regional security, ambassador Yeganian briefed on Armenia’s efforts in Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement.

Upon completion of the meeting, the envoy expressed gratitude for the Armenian Genocide recognition by Canada, slamming Turkey’s denial policy.