On April 27, acting Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian received Rodrigo Nieto, Ambassador of Chile to Armenia (residence in Moscow), who arrived in Yerevan to convey the reply message of Roberto Ampuero, Foreign Minister of Chile, on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Armenia and Chile.

Welcoming the guest, Edward Nalbandian noted with satisfaction that throughout last quarter of century our two countries have forged a partnership and mutually beneficial relations, and there is a willingness through joint efforts to develop them further.

Acting Foreign Minister of Armenia and Ambassador of Chile touched upon a number of issues of bilateral agenda, discussed the issues related to deepening of the political dialogue, holding consultations between Foreign Ministries, strengthening the cooperation within international organizations, expanding the legal framework and intensifying contacts between parliaments of the two countries.

Edward Nalbandian and Rodrigo Nieto highlighted the importance of the solemn opening of the office of the Honorary Consul of Chile in Armenia today, underlining that together with the Honorary Consulate of Armenia, operating in Santiago since 2016, it will create new opportunities for a further deepening of bilateral ties.

After the meeting, Edward Nalbandian and Rodrigo Nieto signed the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Armenia and the Government of the Republic of Chile on the visa requirement exemptions for holders of diplomatic and official passports.