The President of Armenia, Armen Sarkissian, sent a congratulatory message to President Sergio Mattarella of Italy on the latter’s National Day: Republic Day.

President Sarkissian’s message says, in particular, that relations between Armenia and Italy are expanding, and Armenia underscores the continued strengthening and development of cooperation between the two countries.

Also, he expressed a conviction that his slated forthcoming state visit to Italy will give a new impetus to Armenian-Italian relations.

And the Armenian President expressed his sincere support and assistance to the Italian people amid the crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.