President of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan held a meeting with Greek Ambassador Christos Sofianopoulos on the occasion of Greek Independence Day, the President’s Office reported.

“Welcoming the ambassador, the President congratulated the leadership and the friendly people of Greece on the occasion of their national holiday, emphasizing that relations between the two countries hold a special place in Armenia’s foreign policy agenda,” the President’s Office said in a readout.

The President noted that “the ties between the two peoples have a centuries-old history and are based on mutual trust, goodwill, and a readiness to support one another in difficult times.”

Ambassador Sofianopoulos expressed gratitude for the reception, noting that “relations with Armenia are not only a historical legacy for Greece but also an important direction of modern cooperation.”

He stressed that in recent years bilateral ties have become noticeably more active, encompassing new areas and creating new opportunities for cooperation.

During the meeting, the sides thoroughly discussed prospects for the development of bilateral cooperation, highlighting a number of priority areas. In particular, they addressed issues related to deepening political dialogue, expanding economic ties, promoting investment projects, and intensifying cultural and educational exchanges. The importance of expanding cooperation in high technologies and defense was also emphasized, taking into account the existing potential and mutual interest.

The sides particularly underlined that cooperation between the two countries is developing in a stable and consistent manner, regardless of external circumstances. It was emphasized that this progress is based not only on state-level interaction but also on the strong friendship between the peoples and the alignment of mutual interests, which serve as an additional impetus for implementing new initiatives.

The conversation also touched upon regional developments. The sides discussed existing challenges and exchanged views on possible ways to effectively address them, highlighting the importance of cooperative approaches.

It was noted that, in this context, efforts aimed at establishing peace, ensuring long-term stability, and developing democratic institutions are of particular importance, as they can contribute to creating a predictable and secure environment in the region.