OREANDA-NEWS. On March 6, Edward Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, and Walid al Muallem, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of Syria, exchanged messages on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Syrian Arab Republic.

Edward Nalbandian in his message notes, that the friendly relations between the two ancient peoples, Armenians and Syrians, have withstood the test of time and are built on a solid basis of mutual respect and confidence. Foreign Minister of Armenia emphasizes that the Armenian people will never forget the profound human compassion that the people of Syria have shown when they gave shelter to the survivors of the Armenian Genocide.

Edward Nalbandian in his message highlights that from the very beginning of the Syrian crisis Armenia constantly voices in various international fora the importance of ensuring peace and security in Syria, condemns the terrorism and provides within its capabilities humanitarian assistance to the Syrian people.

Edward Nalbandian, recalling on the occasion of this remarkable jubilee the successes of the Armenian-Syrian cooperation, expresses confidence that further expansion and deepening of cooperation can be achieved through joint efforts for the well-being of the two friendly peoples.

Walid al Muallem in his message says that the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Syria embodies the historical ties of the Syrian and Armenian peoples and indicates the will to develop the relations in political, economic, social and cultural spheres.