On November 1, newly appointed Canadian Ambassador to Armenia John Sloan (residence Moscow) presented his credentials to Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian.

Minister Nalbandian congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment stressing that this year was marked by considerable progress in Armenian-Canadian relations, including political dialogue and parliamentary cooperation, RA foreign office press service informed NEWS.am.

Ambassador Sloan assured that will do his utmost to intensify bilateral cooperation in different fields.

The sides attached importance of cooperation between Armenia and Canada within international agencies.

John Sloan and Edward Nalbandian discussed steps aimed at further expansion of bilateral relations. In this context the Armenian FM noted that opening of the Canadian embassy in Armenia is on the agenda.