High Representative Catherine Ashton met Foreign Minister of Armenia, Edward Nalbandian, in Brussels on Tuesday as part of their regular contacts.

They discussed bilateral relationship between the European Union and Armenia as well as the preparations for the Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius at the end of November, says the statement issued by the EU.

“The High Representative stressed that the European Union remains committed to deepening relations with Armenia in all areas that are compatible with Armenia’s recently announced new commitments to the Customs Union. She was pleased to hear from the Minister that Armenia remains determined to further the relations with the EU and that it will continue with reform efforts,” the statement reads.