UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sent a message to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

"On 20 January, the United Kingdom and the Republic of Armenia marked 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations. I would like to use this opportunity to reiterate the importance that the United Kingdom attaches to this relationship," Johson said in a statement.

"Over the last 30 years the United Kingdom and the Republic of Armenia have worked together to develop an important partnership. On this significant anniversary I want to reiterate the United Kingdom’s support for Armenia’s efforts to achieve peace, stability and prosperity through international engagement and commitment to low carbon principles. At the COP26 Summit, Armenia made a valued contribution to the global fight against climate change, and the UK remains ready to help you achieve those ambitions.

Johnson said the United Kingdom remains a partner for Armenia.

"I look forward to the continued development of our partnership in the years ahead”, he added.