Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian had a phone conversation with Stefan Fule, European Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighborhood Policy.

The European Commissioner congratulated Nalbandian on the start of negotiations for Armenia’s associate membership in the EU, pointing out the progress in Armenia-EU cooperation in several spheres that will be a good prerequisite for the further expansion of ties.

The Foreign Minister stressed that Armenia attaches significance to the establishment of new relations with the EU, RA foreign office press service informed NEWS.am.

The sides discussed the issues related to the negotiations on association agreement and relaxation of visa requirements. They also exchanged views on preparation for the talks on establishment of free trade zone.