On Monday, November 18, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a private meeting with Pope Francis at the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican. The discussion covered a wide range of topics, including the Armenian-Azerbaijani peace process and the development of bilateral relations.
The Armenian Prime Minister briefed the pontiff on the latest developments in the peace negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan, reaffirming his government’s commitment to a peaceful agenda. Pashinyan emphasized Armenia’s determination to contribute to achieving lasting peace in the region.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the significance of appointing a permanent Apostolic Nuncio to Armenia, calling it an important step toward advancing the friendly relations between the two states.
Pashinyan assured the pontiff of Armenia’s full support for the Holy See’s efforts to promote a peace agenda on international platforms and expressed readiness for joint action in this direction.
The visit comes amid significant governmental changes in Armenia, with several high-ranking officials resigning over the past week.
