YEREVAN. – Armenia’s Minister Hranush Hakobyan received Lebanese delegation which arrived in Yerevan on the occasion of the launch of Beirut-Yerevan-Beirut flights.

The Minister noted importance of a direct communication link between the states.

“We must take into account that due to regional problems such a decision of Middle East Airlines was necessary for our compatriots residing in Lebanon and Syria. The flight will help develop economies, in particular tourism ties between the states,” she said.

Middle East Airlines Chairman Mohammed El-Hout welcomed the participants, saying Lebanon’s government permitted the company to operate flights in 12 directions, including to Armenia.

“It is a great responsibility, and we have to work so that everyone was happy. This flight will help passengers who are coming to Armenia with difficulties. All the passengers on the first flight were Armenian. They were singing Armenia’s anthem when landing. This exceeded my expectations,” he said.