The Prime Minister thanked outgoing Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan for the work done during this difficult period. “We are going through a challenges and quite complicated period: the military agenda has eased to some extent due to the well-known factors, and the diplomatic agenda is coming to the forefront accordingly. The diplomatic front is just what matters most now. In this regard, I hope that the newly appointed minister will be able to mobilize the diplomatic system and concentrate on solving our national and state tasks. I hope that Mr. Mnatsakanyan, who enjoys great respect and authority in the system of foreign affairs, will help us in this matter,” the Prime Minister said.
Nikol Pashinyan stressed the importance of formulating tasks because, in his words, problems can sometimes arise in formulating specific tasks. “All this should be analyzed, conclusions should be drawn, we should not be afraid of being bold and exacting in our conclusions, so that we could get out stronger in this situation,” the Premier said, wishing Ara Ayvazyan every success in his future activities.
Zohrab Mnatsakanyan thanked the Prime Minister for his trust and joint work and wished Ara Ayvazyan successful tenure. “I have no doubt that Mr. Ayvazyan has the necessary potential to lead the Foreign Ministry and advance our national foreign policy agenda. I also wish to thank you, Mr. Prime Minister, for your trust in the system and for supporting us over the years that helped us get stronger and improve our professional skills. I have no doubt that the Foreign Ministry has a very strong potential to advance the national agenda and the state interests of Armenia in this crucial time. Mr. Prime Minister, I would also like to thank you for the important agenda that you are promoting in terms of strengthening Armenia’s democratic foundations.
After all, foreign policy is a follow-up of domestic policies, and our diplomatic potential and capabilities are most successful when the home front is strong and we can appear as a strong and self-confident nation. We are going through a crucial period. I have no doubt that it will be decisive for our people in terms of strengthening our country, building free and prosperous life in Armenia,” Zohrab Mnatsakanyan said.
In turn, Ara Ayvazyan thanked Prime Minister Pashinyan for having been entrusted with the responsible post of Foreign Minister at this difficult time. “As a c...
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