Armenian PM sends congratulatory letter to Pope Leo XIV

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has sent a congratulatory letter to Pope Leo XIV on his election as Roman Pontiff. 

The letter was published by the Prime Minister's Office:

“Your Holiness, I cordially congratulate you on your election as Holy Roman Pontiff. 

I am convinced that your divine mission will contribute to the establishment of peace, fairness and tolerance around the world. I reaffirm Armenia’s commitment to further deepen and develop the Armenia-Holy See interstate relations and existing high-level political dialogue which is based on strong historic ties, shared-origin values and spiritual and Christian cultural heritage. 

Taking this occasion, I wish you robust health and success in your noble and humanitarian mission. 

Please accept, Your Holiness, the assurances of my highest consideration.”