Official visit of the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Armenia to the Islamic Republic of Iran

06 March, 2024

On March 6th, in the framework of his official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran, a formal welcoming ceremony was held at the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of Iran in honor of Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan.

The ceremony included the presence of a military band and a guard of honour, with the national anthems of both countries being played.

Prior to the commencement of the welcoming ceremony, Suren Papikyan laid a wreath and paid homage at the monument dedicated to Iranian soldiers who lost their lives in the war.

Following the welcoming ceremony at the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of the Islamic Republic of Iran, a meeting was convened between the Minister of Defence of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, and the Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of Iran, Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharayi Ashtiani.

The agenda included discussions on the present state of cooperation in the defence sector and prospects for future development. Both Ministers exchanged views on international and regional issues, reiterating their commitment to establishing long-term peace and stability in the South Caucasus region.

Subsequently, several agreements of mutual interest were reached during the meeting.

During his visit the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held a meeting with the Chief of Staff for the Armed Forces of Iran, Major General Mohammad Bagheri.

The discussions were focused on military cooperation and regional security issues.

On March 7, օn the sidelines of his official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, met with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

The meeting centered on discussions regarding Armenian-Iranian cooperation, including in the defence field.

Both parties shared their approaches to regional security issues.

On the sidelines of his official visit, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, met with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.

The meeting centered on discussions regarding Armenian-Iranian cooperation, including in the defence field.

Both parties shared their approaches to regional security issues.

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