Deputy Speaker, German Ambassador discuss parliamentary cooperation

Deputy Speaker of Parliament Hayk Konjoryan held a meeting with Ambassador of Germany to Armenia Claudia Busch.

According to a statement from the parliament’s press service, the Deputy Speaker emphasized the importance of relations between Armenia and Germany, describing them as one of Armenia’s foreign policy priorities.

Konjoryan highlighted the development of constructive and effective cooperation between the legislative bodies of the two countries, emphasizing the role of friendship groups in this context.

The Deputy Speaker expressed confidence that active dialogue on this platform would continue, giving new impetus to interparliamentary ties.

The Ambassador highlighted the importance of the opportunity to visit the parliament and discuss prospects for cooperation. Ambassador Claudia Busch positively assessed the progress of programs implemented with the Armenian parliament through GIZ, reaffirming Germany's readiness to continue supporting democratic reforms in Armenia and the development of the legislative body's capacity.

Konjoryan, in turn, highly praised the joint initiatives implemented in parliament with GIZ support. According to the Deputy Speaker, there are broad opportunities for cooperation in studying Germany's best practices in parliamentary democracy and diplomacy.

Deputy Speaker Konjoryan briefed the Ambassador on the ongoing parliamentary work, addressing key priorities, including the peace agenda, the process of normalizing relations with Türkiye, the opening of borders, and visa liberalization.