Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan and Samantha Power, the Administrator of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), convened at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 19th. The conversation centered around the current state of affairs in the South Caucasian region, particularly the pressing humanitarian challenges that persist.
During the discourse, President Khachaturyan reaffirmed Armenia’s unwavering commitment to achieving a durable and enduring peace in the region. He underscored that the peace process is the sole viable route to this end. This sentiment echoed the shared conviction that collaborative efforts are paramount in addressing the humanitarian crisis at hand.
The dialogue also extended to the review of ongoing agreements between the Armenian government and USAID. Both parties acknowledged the significance of these collaborations in addressing the region’s challenges. Power expressed a willingness to broaden the scope of cooperation between USAID and the Armenian government, underscoring the value of a targeted partnership.
The nearly three-decade-old relationship between Armenia and USAID was recognized and celebrated during the meeting. Both President Khachaturyan and Administrator Power acknowledged the importance of continuing and deepening this partnership. The conversation also saw a review of Power’s recent trip to the region, signifying a continued commitment to the South Caucasian region.