New Delhi, Aug 31 (BuzzBytes): Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia, H.E. Mr. Nikol Pashinyan, met today in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, on the sidelines of the 26th SCO Summit. This was the first meeting between PM Modi and PM Pashinyan since the re-appointment of PM Pashinyan following the General Elections in Armenia in June this year.
Prime Minister Modi congratulated Prime Minister Pashinyan on his electoral victory and assumption of office. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation, including in defence, economic, pharma, mining, education and cultural fields. They expressed satisfaction at the expansion of bilateral cooperation in several fields in recent times and committed to further strengthening these ties, marked by special warmth and friendship between the two countries.
The two leaders also discussed regional and global developments, including the situation in West Asia. Prime Minister Modi reiterated the need for continued efforts through dialogue and diplomacy to secure peace and stability in the region.
PM Pashinyan briefed PM Modi on the current status of the implementation of the Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Agreement. Both leaders agreed to work together to further strengthen bilateral relations and advance cooperation in areas of mutual interest—(BuzzBytes)
