At the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Armenia's Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan visited Beijing for an exclusive interview with CGTN's Cui Yingjie—a timely chance to reflect on achievements and chart the road ahead. During the discussion, Mirzoyan highlighted key milestones, including a remarkable $700 million boost in trade turnover in 2024 and the launch of a new direct flight between Yerevan and Urumqi. These steps are not only reshaping business links but also reinforcing a shared vision of a connected and peaceful future.
Mirzoyan praised the active role of the Chinese mainland in international diplomacy and peacebuilding. He stressed that both sides stand united by core principles like multilateralism, territorial integrity, and dialogue-based conflict resolution. The synergy between Armenia’s "Crossroads of Peace" initiative and the Chinese mainland's Belt and Road vision was also a major highlight, pointing to exciting prospects for deeper engagement—particularly within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
This year marks the 33rd anniversary of diplomatic ties between Armenia and the Chinese mainland. As both partners celebrate decades of fruitful relations, the message is clear: the future is all about collaboration, connectivity, and peace. It's like leveling up in a friendship that promises to bring even more exciting opportunities in trade, travel, and diplomacy! 😎🌏✈️
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Armenian FM on connectivity, peace and a new era in China-Armenia ties
cgtn.com
