NA member: Iran is a special partner for Armenia

ArmInfo.  Armenia attaches great importance to cooperation with Iran in all areas, as  stated by Narek Babayan, head of the RA NA Armenia-Iran Friendship,  during a meeting with a delegation of the Majlis of the Islamic  Republic of Iran. According to the NA press service, the meeting took  place on December 8.

"We are pleased to note the warm partnership that has developed  between the parliaments of the two countries. Iran is a special  partner state for Armenia, whose balanced policies contribute to the  establishment of peace and strengthening stability in the region,"  Narek Babayan noted.

He emphasized the importance of the parliamentary cooperation, noting  that the friendship groups play a crucial role in promoting mutual  understanding and trust between legislative bodies. Iranian Majlis  Member Esmaeil Siavash thanked the delegation for the warm welcome  and noted that the two countries have much in common. He expressed  confidence that the active reciprocal visits will play a role in  developing bilateral relations. The Iranian MP also expressed  gratitude for providing favorable conditions aimed at spreading and  teaching of Farsi in Armenia. Narek Babayan highly appreciated  the  respect for Armenian cultural heritage in Iran. Esmaeil Siavash also  emphasized the role of the Armenian community in Iran.

During the meeting, programs aimed at strengthening cooperation in  all possible areas and the Armenian government's Crossroads of Peace  initiative  were discussed. The organization of mutual visits were  also addressed.