Yerevan June 9
Mariana Mkrtchyan. Chairman of the National Assembly of Armenia Ara Babloyan received the co-chairs of the Armenian Assembly of America (AAA) Van Grigoryan, Anthony Barsamyan, the executive director Brian Ardouni, the regional director Arpi Vardanyan.
As the press service of the Armenian parliament told ArmInfo, NA Speaker stressed the importance of the mission of the structure in articulating and solving pan-Armenian problems in the US, as well as in the development of the Armenian-American relations.
The head of parliament highly appreciated their efforts in the constant support of Artsakh by the United States.
Babloyan, referring to the domestic political situation, noted that in Armenia, committed to democratic values, security and internal consent are priority. He added that the processes were carried out in accordance with the Constitution. The head of the parliament emphasized the active role of Diaspora Armenians in initiatives related, in particular, to the economic development of Armenia.
At the request of the guests, speaking about the holding of early parliamentary elections in Armenia, Babloyan stressed that all issues should be resolved on the basis of consensus between political forces – at the table of discussions.
Representatives of the AAA stressed the importance of the presence in the domestic political life of Armenia of an atmosphere of mutual understanding. In the issue of maximum deepening of the Armenian– American relations, they noted the importance of regular contacts and mutual visits of parliamentarians.
The interlocutors also touched upon regional issues, discussed the possibilities of achieving even greater efficiency in cooperation.