Armenian Ambassador Varuzhan Nersesyan on Wednesday met with newly elected US Congressman Terrance John “TJ” Cox (D-CA).

First, Ambassador Nersesyan congratulated Congressman Cox on being elected to the US Congress and wished him success in his future endeavors.

Also, the diplomat briefed the American lawmaker on the Armenian government’s fundamental reforms in the judiciary system and the domains of human rights and fight against corruption, as well as on the outcome of Armenia’s snap parliamentary election on December 9, 2018 and its positive feedback from international observers.

The interlocutors highlighted the role of the US Congress in enhancing US foreign aid, promoting investments, and intensifying bilateral political and interparliamentary relations, as well as in resolving regional conflicts.

They also stressed the role of the American Armenian community in strengthening and deepening bilateral relations between Armenia and the United States.

Ambassador Nersesyan and Congressman Cox agreed to continue discussions on the US-Armenia agenda.