The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia met with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Bulgaria

In the framework of his working visit to the Republic of Bulgaria, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, met with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Bulgaria Atanas Zapryanov. The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to the Republic of Bulgaria, Armen Yedigarian, was also present at the meeting. The discussions focused on issues related to Armenia-Bulgaria cooperation in the field of defence and the possibilities of cooperation in the military-technical domain. Additionally, the meeting addressed issues concerning multilateral cooperation within the framework of NATO and the EU, as well as regional security. Minister Papikyan provided an overview of the reforms being implemented in the Armenian Armed Forces, outlining their progress and objectives.

05/06/2024

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Suren Papikyan engaged in a brief conversation with the President of the Republic of Bulgaria

During his working visit to Bulgaria, particularly within the framework of the "HEMUS 2024" international exhibition, the Defence Minister of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, engaged in a brief conversation with the President of the Republic of Bulgaria, Rumen Radev.

05/06/2024

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The Minister of Defence attended the "HEMUS 2024" international exhibition

On the sidelines of his working visit to Bulgaria, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, attended the "HEMUS 2024" international exhibition, which was opened in Plovdiv on June 5th. Minister Papikyan participated in the official opening ceremony of the exhibition. Following the ceremony, Minister Papikyan toured the exhibition pavilions, reviewed the displayed weaponry exhibits, and engaged in discussions with the leaders and representatives of various military-industrial companies.

05/06/2024

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Suren Papikyan embarked on a working visit to Bulgaria

On June 5th, a delegation, headed by the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, embarked on a working visit to Bulgaria.

05/06/2024

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The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia received Ambassador of Serbia

On June 4th, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Serbia to Armenia Tatjana Panajotović Cvetković and the Defence Attaché, Lieutenant Colonel Zvezdan Krichak (residence - Tehran). Defence Minister congratulated Lieutenant Colonel Zvezdan Krichak on his accreditation in Armenia and wished him productive activity. During the meeting, issues of cooperation between the two countries in defence field were discussed. An agreement was reached to carry out work to sign an agreement between the Governments of Armenia and Serbia on defence cooperation. Topics regarding reforms being carried out in the Armenian Armed Forces and regional security were also discussed.

04/06/2024

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In the framework of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum, Suren Papikyan, held meetings

On May 29th, in the framework of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held meetings with the Deputy Secretary General for Peace, Security, and Defence of the EEAS, Charles Fries, the Chair of the Political and Security Committee of the Council of the European Union, Delphine Pronk, and the Managing Director for Russia, Eastern Partnership, Central Asia, Regional Cooperation, and the OSCE at the European External Action Service, Michael Siebert. Issues related to Armenia-EU cooperation in defence field, as well as discussions on regional security, were addressed. The Defence Minister presented the ongoing reforms within the Armenian Armed Forces.

29/05/2024

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The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia held a meeting with the Chairman of the EUMC

On May 29th, on the sidelines of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held a meeting with the Chairman of the EUMC, General Robert Brieger. The discussions focused on Armenia-EU cooperation in the defence sector. The parties reached an agreement to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The Defence Minister presented the ongoing reforms within the Armenian Armed Forces. Additionally, regional security issues were addressed during the meetings.

29/05/2024

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Suren Papikyan participated in the opening ceremony of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum

On May 29th, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, participated in the opening ceremony of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum, where he engaged in panel discussions on regional and international security issues.

29/05/2024

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Suren Papikyan attended the working dinner of Defence Ministers from the EU and partner countries

On May 28th, Minister of Defence Suren Papikyan, at the invitation of High Representative for the EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/ Vice-President of the European Commission, Josep Borrell, attended the working dinner of Defence Ministers from the EU and partner countries. The event was organized within the framework of the Schuman Security and Defence Forum, where issues related to European security were discussed. During the event, Suren Papikyan engaged in bilateral discussions concerning defence cooperation with the Ministers of Defence of Sweden, Bulgaria, Greece, Cyprus, and Georgia.

29/05/2024

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Minister of Defence visited the headquarters of the "John Cockerill" company

In the framework of his working visit to the Kingdom of Belgium, Minister of Defence Suren Papikyan visited the headquarters of the "John Cockerill" company. During the meeting with the company's Chief Executive Officer, Thierry Renaudin, Minister Papikyan was briefed on the company's products and future projects. An agreement was reached by both parties to continue discussions on the possibilities of further cooperation.

28/05/2024

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Suren Papikyan held a meeting with the Vice-Prime Minister of Belgium David Clarinval

During his working visit to the Kingdom of Belgium, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held a meeting with the Vice-Prime Minister of Belgium, David Clarinval, on May 28th. During the meeting, issues related to the potential cooperation between Armenia and Belgium in the defence sector were discussed. Minister Papikyan outlined the ongoing reforms in the Armenian Armed Forces, detailing their objectives and progress, as well as the project of the Government of the Republic of Armenia “The Crossroad of Peace”. Furthermore, the meeting addressed cooperation within NATO and the EU, along with broader discussions on regional security in multilateral contexts.

28/05/2024

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A delegation led by the Minister of Defence departed for Brussels

On May 28th, a delegation led by the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, departed for Brussels on a working visit.

28/05/2024

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