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YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 20, ARMENPRESS. The Armenian and Brazilian foreign ministries have held political consultations in Brasilia.

The talks were chaired by Deputy Foreign Minister Paruyr Hovhannisyan from the Armenian side, and Foreign Ministry Secretary General Maria Laura da Rocha from the Brazilian side.

The sides discussed bilateral relations, the Armenian foreign ministry said in a readout.

The readiness to intensify Armenia-Brazil political dialogue, expand the legal-contractual framework, and further develop the trade-economic and interparliamentary ties was underscored.

The officials also discussed partnership within the framework of international organizations, highlighting regular consultations between the foreign ministries.

In the context of matters pertaining to regional transport and economic projects, the Deputy FM presented the Crossroads of Peace project developed by the Armenian government.

The Deputy FM presented the security situation in the South Caucasus and the steps aimed at the normalization of Armenia-Azerbaijan relations.

Other issues related to the international agenda were also discussed.