Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received Stéphane Dion, the Canadian Prime Minister’s Special Envoy for European Union, Europe and Armenia.
The Prime Minister welcomed Stéphane Dion’s visit to Armenia and emphasized the latter’s role in the consistent development of Armenia-Canada relations. Nikol Pashinyan highlighted the importance of expanding ties with Canada in various fields and that country’s support in promoting democratic reforms in Armenia. The Prime Minister emphasized that reforms in the public administration system, the development of institutional capacities, and the implementation of reforms in the judicial and legal sphere are of strategic importance for the Government of the Republic of Armenia.
Stéphane Dion noted that Canada welcomes the steps of the Government of the Republic of Armenia in the protection of human rights, strengthening of democracy and the implementation of reforms in other areas and is ready to continue supporting our country. According to the Canadian Prime Minister’s Special Envoy, the opening of an embassy in the Republic of Armenia will also contribute to the development of bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, high technologies, education and culture.
The interlocutors discussed issues related to the implementation of joint projects in various areas issues.
They exchanged views on the latest developments regarding the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty. In this context, Prime Minister Pashinyan touched upon the Armenian side’s positions on various issues. Stéphane Dion stressed that Canada expresses its support for the Armenian Government’s efforts towards peace.
