Armenian Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Ararat Mirzoyan on Monday met with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi, in Tehran, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Armenia informs Armenian News-NEWS.am.

The interlocutors discussed in detail all matters of developing relations between Armenia and Iran. Both sides emphasized the strategic nature of these relations, which is reflected in the 2026-2031 program of the Armenian government and finds its practical expression both in the dynamics of dialogue at the highest level and in the implementation of important programs.

Mirzoyan and Araghchi discussed cooperation programs in a number of domains, including energy, transport, and infrastructure development. They touched also upon the importance of the construction of the second bridge on the Armenia-Iran border, the completion of the construction of the third power transmission line as soon as possible, and facilitating cargo transportation between the two countries.

The Armenian and Iranian ministers exchanged views also on the benefits created as a result of the lifting of the blockade and regional connectivity programs. Iran’s support for the “Crossroads of Peace” program of Armenia was stressed.

In addition, minister Mirzoyan presented the work being carried out towards the implementation of the TRIPP project and the new opportunities it provides to regional countries.

They reflected also on the importance of continued cooperation in public information, including in terms of properly countering unnecessary speculation in the media domain.

The ministers exchanged views on regional developments, too. In this context, Minister Mirzoyan emphasized that Armenia is closely following the current situation, and underscored the efforts aimed at resolving existing issues through negotiations.

Several other matters of mutual interest were also touched upon.