​US encourages reengagement in substantive negotiations on Karabakh: Blinken congratulates Mirzoyan on appointment

Public Radio of Armenia
Sept 4 2021

US encourages reengagement in substantive negotiations on Karabakh: Blinken congratulates Mirzoyan on appointment

 September 4, 2021, 11:34 1 minute read

The US encourages reengagement in substantive negotiations under the auspices of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs as soon as possible, US Secretary of State Antony Blinkern said in a congratulatory message to Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan.

“I warmly congratulate you on your appointment as foreign minister.  The United States has a longstanding commitment to supporting the Armenian people’s democratic aspirations, and we look forward to cooperating with you to forge stronger bilateral ties based on our shared democratic values,” Secretary Blinken said.                                

“As a co-chair of the OSCE Minsk Group, we remain committed to working with  you to support a comprehensive and sustainable political settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.  We encourage reengagement in substantive negotiations under the auspices of the Minsk Group Co-Chairs as soon as possible,” he added.

“The United States is a partner in your government’s efforts to strengthen the rule of law, combat corruption, and bolster democratic institutions, while respecting human rights and fundamental  freedoms.  The U.S. Embassy team in Yerevan is ready to assist you and your government maintain robust ties between our two countries.  Together, we can advance our joint interests in Armenia’s sovereign,  democratic, peaceful, and prosperous future,” the Secretary of State said.  

US encourages reengagement in substantive negotiations on Karabakh: Blinken congratulates Mirzoyan on appointment – Public Radio of Armenia ()

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