YEREVAN, MAY 3, ARMENPRESS. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Brazil to Armenia Edson Marinho Duarte Monteiro says Armenia and Brazil consistently develop their relations in different fields during the press conference at “Armenpress” press hall.  

“Embassy of Brazil was opened in Armenia in 2007, and I think that it is not so long time. Brazil and Armenia do not have embassies in all countries. If these two states both have embassies in their countries, this means that they have good relations. The Armenian community in Brazil is one of the major reasons for strengthening the relations between the two states. According to our sources 45.000 Armenians live in Brazil 25.000 of which live in São Paulo”, said the Ambassador.

According to him, two states develop their cooperation at diverse levels. As an example, Ambassador brought the fact that Rio and Yerevan, as well as Gyumri and Osasco are sister cities. It means there is some cooperation at local level. Ambassador recalled that a government-level agreement was signed in 2002 that aimed to strengthen the cultural cooperation.

Ambassador says an agreements is expected to be signed based on which portuguese will be taught in Armenia. He also stated that 8 Armenian professors went to Brazil and gave lectures for the last two years.

Referring to the tourism issue Ambassador says there is no longer a need for short-term visa. “The residents of Armenia and Brazil say tourism packages are expensive. Yes, they are expensive. But I offered the Armenian tour agencies to put into circulation regional tour packages which will enable tourists from Brazil visit several countries including Armenia when visiting the region”, Ambassador added.