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Bilateral Defence Consultations between the Republic of Armenia and the Federal Republic of Germany were held in Berlin
On October 9-10, Bilateral Defence Consultations between the Republic of Armenia and the Federal Republic of Germany were held in Berlin, with the participation of the delegation led by the Head of the Department of Defence Policy and International Cooperation of the Ministry of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Levon Ayvazyan. During the meetings held at the Federal Ministry of Defence of Germany, within the Departments of International Security Policy and International Cooperation, various issues concerning international and regional security were discussed, alongside the prospects for the development of bilateral and multilateral cooperation. Levon Ayvazyan provided an overview of the political-military situation surrounding Armenia and its ongoing developments, highlighting in particular the “Crossroads of Peace” initiative developed by the Government of Armenia, as well as the transformation process of the Armenian Armed Forces. Both parties reviewed and expressed mutual satisfaction with the progress of bilateral defence cooperation in 2024, underscoring its significant potential for further development. As a result of the discussions, the 2025 cooperation program in the field of defence was agreed upon, including a range of activities related to exchange of experience, education, and training, as well as other areas of mutual interest.
11/10/2024
ԱվելինThe delegation headed by Director General of the International Military Staf held bilateral meetings
On October 3, the delegation headed by Director General of the International Military Staff, Lieutenant General Janusz Adamczak, who arrived in Armenia on a working visit, held bilateral meetings with the First Deputy Minister of Defense of the Republic of Armenia-Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Edward Asryan, as well as the Head of the General Department of Defence Policy and International Cooperation of the RA MoD, Levon Avazyan. During the meetings, a wide range of issues were discussed, particularly the current status of Armenia-NATO cooperation and potential avenues for its development. The most pertinent areas for cooperation were identified. The Armenian side presented the ongoing reforms within the Armenian Armed Forces. Additionally, regional security issues were addressed, and the parties exchanged views on international politico-military developments.
04/10/2024
ԱվելինThe delegation led by the Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the RA conducted a working visit to Georgia
On October 1-2, the delegation led by the Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia, Major General Artur Yeroyan, conducted a working visit to Georgia. Major General Yeroyan was received by the Chief of the Georgian Defence Forces, Major General, Giorgi Matiashvili. During the meeting, both sides highlighted the importance of continued development and expansion of cooperation in the field of defence. Deputy Chief of Armenian GS AF also met with Deputy Commander of the Georgian Defence Forces, Chief of the General Staff, Major General Joni Tatunashvili. They discussed future prospects for cooperation between the Armenian Armed Forces and the Georgian Defence Forces. As part of the visit, the Armenian delegation toured the National Defence Academy, the Command and Staff Training Center, the Joint Training and Evaluation Center, and the NCO Academy. The delegation was briefed on the activities and educational programs of these institutions and centers.
04/10/2024
ԱվելինThe MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation
The statement issued by the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan, alleging that on September 28, at approximately 11:20 p.m., units of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia opened fire towards Azerbaijani positions in the southwestern section of the border, doesn’t correspond to reality. It is important to highlight that the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia has proposed the establishment of a joint Armenia-Azerbaijan mechanism for investigating ceasefire violations and/or related cases, to which Azerbaijan has not yet responded.
29/09/2024
ԱվելինThe MoD of Azerbaijan spread disinformation
The statement issued by the Ministry of Defence of Azerbaijan, alleging that on September 26, at approximately 4:10 p.m., units of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Armenia opened fire towards Azerbaijani positions in the southwestern section of the border, doesn’t correspond to reality. It is important to highlight that the Office of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia has proposed the establishment of a joint Armenia-Azerbaijan mechanism for investigating ceasefire violations and/or related cases, to which Azerbaijan has not yet responded.
26/09/2024
ԱվելինVasilis Palmas visited the Yerablur Military Pantheon
On September 26, as part of his official visit to Armenia, the Minister of Defence of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas visited the Yerablur Military Pantheon. He laid a wreath and paid tribute to the memory of the sons of the Armenian people who sacrificed their lives in defence of the Motherland.
26/09/2024
ԱվելինThe Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus visited the Armenian Genocide Memorial
The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas visited the Armenian Genocide Memorial and honored the memory of the victims. During his visit, Minister Palmas laid a wreath at the memorial and placed flowers at the eternal flame dedicated to the victims of the Armenian Genocide.
25/09/2024
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan and Vasilis Palmas made a joint statement to the press
The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan and the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas made a joint statement to the press at the RA Ministry of Defence. Afterwards, the Defence Minister of Cyprus planted a personalized spruce tree on the premises of the Ministry of Defence’s administrative complex.
25/09/2024
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan held a meeting with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas
On September 25, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held a tête-à-tête meeting with the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas. This was followed by a meeting involving the extended delegations. The Ministers highly commended the level of cooperation between Armenia and Cyprus in the defence sector. They discussed the current state of bilateral defence cooperation and explored opportunities for further development. Also, a range of topics was discussed, including Armenia-Greece-Cyprus trilateral cooperation, ongoing reforms in the Armed Forces of Armenia and Cyprus, as well as the exchange of experiences. Additionally, several issues concerning regional security were addressed during the discussions.
25/09/2024
ԱվելինThe welcoming ceremony for Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus took place at the administrative complex of the Ministry of Defence
On September 25, the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan received the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas, who arrived in Armenia for an official visit. The welcoming ceremony for Vasilis Palmas took place at the administrative complex of the Ministry of Defence, featuring a guard of honor and a military band. The national anthems of Armenia and Cyprus were played during the ceremony.
25/09/2024
ԱվելինThe delegation led by the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus arrived in Armenia
On September 24, at the invitation of the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan, the delegation led by the Minister of Defence of the Republic of Cyprus Vasilis Palmas arrived in Armenia for an official visit.
24/09/2024
ԱվելինSuren Papikyan has congratulated the Minister of the Armed Forces of the French Republic
The Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia Suren Papikyan has congratulated the Minister of the Armed Forces of the French Republic Sébastien Lecornu on his reappointment on his position. The congratulation letter says: "Honourable Sébastien, with great pleasure I extend my warmest and sincere congratulations on your reappointment as the Minister of the Armed Forces. I am confident, that the Armenia-France cooperation in the defence field will continue and will enhance further and develop for the benefit of the interests of our countries."
22/09/2024
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