YEREVAN.- Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan’s visit to Russia was aimed  to reaffirm the importance of a strategic alliance with Russia, said director of the Caucasus Institute, political scientist Alexander Iskandaryan said.

“Among the topics discussed were the issues on military-strategic cooperation. In the context of recent visit of Russian Defense Minister, and on the background of the problems that exist between Russia and Azerbaijan due to the radar station in Gabala, the emphasis on this sphere means some increase in the level of relations between Armenia and Russia,” political scientist told reporters on Thursday.

Iskandaryan is confident that the sides also discussed gas price, which will undoubtedly increase, although it will be acceptable to Armenia.

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