Armenia’s Defense Minister Davit Tonoyan on Tuesday met with U.S. Ambassador to Armenia Lynne Tracy to discuss defense cooperation between the two countries.

The two leaders took the opportunity to consider previous joint activities, evaluating the likelihood of pursuing the projects in the face of the coronavirus-related restrictions. They also addressed Armenia’s continuous engagement in international peace and stability maintenance missions and the procedures of rotation under today’s circumstances.

Tonoyan briefed the diplomat on the anti-COVID-19 measures in the military, plus the organization of conscription under conditions of the pandemic.

Ambassador Tracy said she is very happy to meet with the minister to discuss mutually beneficial projects and concerns.

According to a Defense Ministry press statement, the sides also exchanged thoughts over regional security issues along with other mutual interests.