Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan said that Armenia and France are set to sign a long-negotiated strategic document next week, as Yerevan continues to deepen cooperation with European countries and institutions.
Mirzoyan made the remarks during a meeting in Paris on April 27 with the heads of Armenia’s diplomatic missions accredited to European countries and organizations.
In his opening remarks, the foreign minister noted that significant developments have taken place in Europe and in Armenia’s relations with the European Union and individual European countries since their last broader meeting in late August.
“Strategic cooperation is being discussed with many countries. In one week, we will also witness the signing of a long-negotiated document with France,” Mirzoyan said.
He added that Armenia has already advanced similar frameworks with other partners, including Germany, noting that while the titles may vary – from strategic partnership agreements to strategic partnership agendas – the substance reflects deepening ties.
Mirzoyan also referred to the “Strategic Partnership Agenda” signed with the European Union as part of Armenia’s broader engagement with European institutions.
The minister highlighted several high-level events scheduled to take place in Yerevan on May 4–6, including the European Political Community and Armenia-EU summits, as well as the “Yerevan Dialogue” forum.
Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan, who coordinates relations with European countries, presented the main agenda items for the upcoming summits and the documents expected to be signed.
Foreign Ministry Secretary General David Karapetyan briefed participants on preparations for the Yerevan Dialogue event and its key discussion areas.
During the gathering, participants discussed Armenia-EU partnership, efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation with European countries, as well as ongoing projects and future prospects.
Mirzoyan also presented the progress of regional connectivity projects involving Armenia, including work with international partners aimed at developing economic and transport infrastructure networks.
The discussions also covered efforts to normalize and develop relations with neighboring countries, including steps toward institutionalizing peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Participants exchanged views on regional and international developments, existing challenges, and initiatives aimed at improving Armenia’s diplomatic service, including proposed amendments to the country’s law on diplomatic service.
