YEREVAN. – Japan has always underscored the importance of having friendly relations with Armenia which is Japan’s partner in terms of fundamental values, Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono said during a media briefing in Yerevan.

“It is a great honor to visit Armenia as a Foreign Minister of Japan. Taking into account 26 years of diplomatic relations, I would like to express my gratitude to the Armenian Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan for warm reception. During the meeting we discussed issues on further development of Japan-Armenia relations. For instance, Japan will be working with Armenia in terms of increasing the qualification of young diplomats and lawyers,” Kono said, adding that Japan decided to facilitate visa regime for the citizens of Armenia.