ArmInfo.The Nagorno-Krabakh problem, and the South Caucasus in general, has always been a key issue in Armenian-Russian discussions of regional affairs, Russian FM Sergey Lavrov stated at enlarged talks with an Armenian delegation led by FM Ararat Mirzoyan.
"And our meeting is one more good opportunity to review all the fields of our cooperation and alliance. We are interested in further development of Armenian-Russian relations. We are appreciating your contribution to our cooperation as Parliament Speaker and Minister of Foreign Affairs," Mr Lavrov said.
Speaking of the bilateral dialogue, the Russian FM said that a consultation plan is to be signed on April 8 for the next two years.
"We are preparing for another all-important event, a summit, and today we are going to discuss how to impart a new quality to our alliance.
"As a key ally, we will continue assisting Armenia in strengthening its defense potential and ensuing border security. And as Armenia's major trade and economic partner and foreign investor, we will go on seeking new projects that would ensure stability of our trade and creation of production capacities and jobs," Mr Lavrov said.
He reported a package of additional Russian investments in Armenia's economy.
The Russian FM also mentioned the traditional bilateral cultural and humanitarian and educational cooperation.
In the context of Armenia's CSTO chairmanship, Mr Lavrov said that "it is much more important for the CSTO, CIS and EAEU to compare their actions with the plans Armenia has presented to the organization members."
"As regards the Karabakh peace process, we have three groups of agreements reached at the top level, and we will continue implementing them, including the activities of the Russian peacekeeping contingent in Karabakh, under its mandate," Mr Lavrov said.