On November 18, within the framework of the 43rd Session of La Francophonie Ministerial Conference, Ararat Mirzoyan, the Foreign Minister of Armenia, participated in the Ministerial Forum, the Press Office of the Armenian Foreign Ministry reported.

"Today, we have gathered amid the crisis of multilateralism accompanied by an increasingly growing number of conflicts. We note that the collective security mechanisms based on respect for the UN Charter principles, particularly the sovereign equality and non-use of force against the territorial integrity of any state, can no longer guarantee the security of states facing the aggressive policy of other states. One of the first victims of this has become Armenia. Azerbaijan has violated its territorial integrity and sovereignty, which has undertaken aggressions since May 2021. The recent aggression was unleashed on September 13-14, 2022, with the consequences known to all of us: the occupation of the sovereign territory of the Republic of Armenia, hundreds of victims and wounded, thousands of displaced people, and the extensive destruction of civilian infrastructure," he stated at the meeting.

Mirzoyan emphasized, "Let us not forget about the gross violations of international humanitarian law, the terrible atrocities which horrified the world, committed by the Azerbaijani armed forces against the Armenian prisoners of war, including the servicewomen. Today, the tension on our border with Azerbaijan remains. Despite the commitments not to use force or the threat of force, the President of Azerbaijan continues threatening the people of Nagorno-Karabakh and Armenia and making unfounded territorial claims. In this regard, we welcome the fact that many countries have recognized the violation of the territorial integrity of Armenia and demanded the withdrawal of Azerbaijani forces from the sovereign territory of Armenia. Armenia remains committed to the peaceful settlement of all issues related to the conflict, including ensuring the rights and security of the people of Nagorno-Karabakh. We express our gratitude to those international partners who make efforts to achieve this."

Meeting with the Foreign Minister of Benin

On the same day, Ararat Mirzoyan met with Aurélien Agbenonci, the Foreign Minister of Benin.

Highlighting the importance of promoting bilateral contacts, the interlocutors noted that the existing potential in the relations between Armenia and Benin had not been fully realized. Ararat Mirzoyan and Aurélien Agbenonci noted that this year marks the 15th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Benin, expressing hope that it will give a new impetus to the cooperation between the two countries.

The Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Benin discussed the prospects of expanding cooperation in a bilateral format and developing trade-economic relations. 

At the end of the meeting, Ararat Mirzoyan and Aurélien Agbenonci signed a Protocol on establishing a political and diplomatic consultation mechanism between the Foreign Ministries of Armenia and Benin.

Meeting with the Foreign Minister of Andorra

On November 18, the Foreign Minister of Armenia met with Maria Ubach Font, the Foreign Minister of the Principality of Andorra.

The Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Andorra exchanged views on the prospects of cooperation in the fields of mutual interest. The possibilities for practical cooperation in tourism, sustainable development, and renewable energy were discussed in this context.

"Minister of Mirzoyan briefed his counterpart on the situation resulting from the last Azerbaijani aggression against the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Armenia and presented the approaches of the Armenian side regarding the establishment of stability and security in the South Caucasus," the report added.

The meeting with the Foreign Minister of Bulgaria

On the margins of the 43rd session of the La Francophonie Ministerial Conference, Foreign Minister of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan met with Foreign Minister of Bulgaria Nikolay Milkov.

Ararat Mirzoyan and Nikolay Milkov appreciated the level of Armenian-Bulgarian relations based on historical ties and shared values ​​and expressed readiness to develop bilateral multi-sectoral cooperation further. In this regard, the regular conduction of high-level official mutual visits was highlighted.

Nikol Pashinyan and Charles Michel meet in Djerba

On November 19, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Charles Michel, the President of the European Council, within the framework of the 18th summit of the International Organization of Francophonie, the Press Office of the Armenian Prime Minister reported.

The interlocutors referred to the results of the quadrilateral meeting with the Prime Minister of Armenia, the President of the European Council, and the Presidents of France and Azerbaijan held in Prague in October this year. The importance of implementing the agreements reached by the Prague Statement and implementing steps aimed at strengthening peace and stability in the region was emphasized.

"The Prime Minister emphasized the need to eliminate the consequences of the Azerbaijani aggression and to immediately withdraw the Azerbaijani units from the sovereign territory of the Republic of Armenia," the report stated.

Nikol Pashinyan and Charles Michel also exchanged ideas for further cooperation between Armenia and the European Union.

Meeting between Nikol Pashinyan and Justin Trudeau

On the same day, Nikol Pashinyan met with Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau.

The interlocutors discussed various issues related to the further development of Armenian-Canadian relations. In this regard, Nikol Pashinyan and Justin Trudeau highlighted the Canadian government's decision to open an embassy of Canada in Armenia. The parties expressed confidence that the embassy's activity in Yerevan will give new impetus to the expansion and deepening of bilateral political and economic relations.

Justin Trudeau expressed the readiness and interest of the government led by him to contribute to the effective implementation of institutional reforms in Armenia and the development of bilateral cooperation.

"Prime Minister Pashinyan presented to Justin Trudeau the consequences of the Azerbaijani aggression against the sovereign territory of Armenia and the positions of the Armenian side in the direction of their elimination. The sides exchanged thoughts on the Nagorno-Karabakh issue, the processes taking place in the South Caucasus, as well as various issues of mutual interest," the report added.

Prime Minister Pashinyan meets with the Prime Minister of Montenegro in Tunisia

On November 19, the Armenian Prime Minister had a meeting with Dritan Abazović, the Prime Minister of Montenegro.

The interlocutors discussed issues related to the expansion of relations between Armenia and Montenegro.

The parties exchanged ideas on the prospects for developing trade and economic ties. Initiating joint projects in tourism and air communication, as well as in various branches of mutual interest, was assessed as promising. In this regard, an agreement was reached to continue active contact.

The Prime Ministers of Armenia and Montenegro also emphasized that there are rich cultural ties between the two countries and peoples, which should be deepened and strengthened.

Meeting between the Prime Minister of Armenia and the President of France

On the same day, Nikol Pashinyan met with French President Emmanuel Macron.

The interlocutors highly appreciated Armenia's presidency of the International Organization of La Francophonie. They referred to the discussions taking place within the framework of the summit held in Tunisia. Issues related to the organization's priorities and plans were discussed.

Nikol Pashinyan and Emmanuel Macron also exchanged ideas on the results of the quadrilateral meeting of the leaders of Armenia, France, Azerbaijan, and the President of the European Council held in Prague in October this year. They emphasized the importance of implementing steps to strengthen stability and security in the South Caucasus.

"Prime Minister Pashinyan stressed the need to eliminate the consequences of Azerbaijani aggression and the immediate withdrawal of Azerbaijani units from the sovereign territory of Armenia," the report stated.

The leaders of Armenia and France also discussed issues related to the further development of the Armenian-French bilateral cooperation.