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YEREVAN, DECEMBER 14, ARMENPRESS. The Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Botswana  have established diplomatic relations.

On 14 December, in Yerevan the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Botswana Lemogang Kwape signed a statement on establishing diplomatic relations.

"Indeed, we are opening a new chapter in our relations. We hope that, through our further work based on the shared values, we will enhance cooperation in various fields, ranging from agriculture to science, education, and also collaboration on international platforms," said Ararat Mirzoyan.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Botswana Lemogang Kwape  also expressed hope for cooperation in various fields.

“I hope that new doors will be opened not only for our countries, but also for peoples. We share democratic and development values. And today's meeting proves it. As a result of the establishment of diplomatic relations, I expect that our peoples will move forward hand in hand," said the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Botswana.

Speaking about areas of cooperation, Lemogang Kwape noted that there was also discussion about diamonds.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Botswana assured that their team is ready for further cooperation.