Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia on Wednesday sent a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The message reads as follows, in particular:

“I am glad to note that during the past three decades, friendly relations based on mutual respect, goodwill and mutual benefit have been formed between Armenia and Japan, which are experiencing upward development. We are ready to continue focusing our efforts on deepening active cooperation with Japan.

Armenia is grateful to Japan for its support over the past 30 years, which greatly contributed to the development of various sectors of Armenia. I am confident that the existing political dialogue and high-level mutual visits between our two countries, economic and cultural ties, the strengthening legal framework and the existing cooperation in a number of other areas will allow us to add new content and quality to our rising bilateral relations.”