Latvian FM hails constructive progress in Armenia-EU cooperation![]() November 15, 2012 - 16:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Foreign Minister Edgars Rinkēvičs hailed Latvia-Armenia friendship, expressing hope for further development of bilateral ties. At a joint news conference with his Armenian counterpart Edward Nalbandian, the Latvian official welcomed constructive progress in Armenia-EU cooperation. As Armenian Foreign Minister further noted, a range of economic issues, regional developments in Middle East, as well as Armenia’s efforts in Karabakh conflict settlement were discussed during his meeting with Mr. Rinkēvičs. In this context, Mr. Nalbandian stressed Armenia’s adherence to Madrid Principles in peaceful settlement of Karabakh conflict. Grigoryan added that the situation around the world and particularly in the region is very difficult. The Armenian Defense Ministry has denied Azerbaijan's accusations of violating the ceasefire. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan took to social media to thank his Lithuanian counterpart for the contribution. President of the Armenian parliament Alen Simonyan met with the Speaker of the Azerbaijani Milli Majlis Sahiba Gafarova. Partner news |