YEREVAN, MARCH 19, ARMENPRESS.  NATO supports Armenia's sovereignty, territorial integrity and peaceful aspirations, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said during a joint press conference in Yerevan after his meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

Stoltenberg highly appreciated the leadership of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, who is clearly in favor of peace and is firmly committed to democratic values.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the importance of stability in the South Caucasus. 

"This is important for Euro-Atlantic security as we face a more dangerous world. Today, Armenia and Azerbaijan have a chance to achieve lasting peace after years of conflict. That is why I call on the two countries to reach an agreement that will pave the way for the normalization of relations and lasting peace for your peoples. NATO supports Armenia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and peaceful aspirations," Stoltenberg said.

NATO Secretary General also emphasized that Armenia has been a NATO partner for a long time. Stoltenberg welcomed and positively assessed Armenia's contribution to NATO missions and operations. Stoltenberg emphasized that for nearly 20 years, Armenia has been one of the most important partners of NATO's KFOR peacekeeping mission, helping to guarantee a safe and secure environment for all communities living in Kosovo.