YEREVAN. – The special role by the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO) is tremendous, including for Armenia, in the preparation of high quality personnel—international relations experts, and diplomats.

The President of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan, noted the aforesaid at his talk Friday with MGIMO Rector, Academician Anatoly Torkunov.

Torkunov is in capital city Yerevan along the lines of the ongoing third international forum of the MGIMO graduates.

Sargsyan noted that many Armenian graduates of MGIMO have achieved great success in the political, social, and scholarly domains, informed the Press Office of the President.

The Armenian President also stressed Anatoly Torkunov’s considerable contribution to the preservation of the finest MGIMO traditions.

In addition, Serzh Sargsyan awarded Torkunov with Armenia’s Medal of Honor, in recognition of his activities toward the strengthening and development of Armenian-Russian friendship, and deepening scientific and educational ties.

At the talk, the interlocutors highlighted the great role of education and science in the development of countries and their societies.