Latvian FM: Armenia's EU Alignment Strengthens South Caucasus Security
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze stated that Armenia's efforts to align with the European Union significantly enhance security across the South Caucasus and foster regional connectivity. Speaking at the Yerevan Dialogue Forum during a working visit to Armenia, Braze met with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and High-Tech Industry Minister Mkhitar Hayrapetyan. The discussions covered bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and the progress of Armenia's reforms following the recent EU-Armenia Summit. Both ministers expressed optimism regarding the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process, hoping for a soon-to-be-signed peace treaty. Braze also thanked Armenia for its humanitarian aid to Ukraine and emphasized the need for stricter cooperation to prevent sanctions evasion against Russia. Additionally, the officials explored opportunities for collaboration in digitalization and high-tech industries, noting the sector's importance for modernization. Braze highlighted Latvia's readiness to share its expertise to support Armenia's European integration journey, underscoring the strategic value of EU enlargement policies for regional stability and growth.
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Latvian FM: Armenia's EU Alignment Strengthens South Caucasus Security
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braze stated that Armenia's efforts to align with the European Union significantly enhance security across the South Caucasus and foster regional connectivity. Speaking at the Yerevan Dialogue Forum during a working visit to Armenia, Braze met with Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and High-Tech Industry Minister Mkhitar Hayrapetyan. The discussions covered bilateral relations, economic cooperation, and the progress of Armenia's reforms following the recent EU-Armenia Summit. Both ministers expressed optimism regarding the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process, hoping for a soon-to-be-signed peace treaty. Braze also thanked Armenia for its humanitarian aid to Ukraine and emphasized the need for stricter cooperation to prevent sanctions evasion against Russia. Additionally, the officials explored opportunities for collaboration in digitalization and high-tech industries, noting the sector's importance for modernization. Braze highlighted Latvia's readiness to share its expertise to support Armenia's European integration journey, underscoring the strategic value of EU enlargement policies for regional stability and growth.
The Baltic Times