President Armen Sarkissian congratulated Sergei Lavrov on the occasion of his 70th birth anniversary

President Armen Sarkissian had yesterday a phone conversation with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergei Lavrov. He congratulated him on the 70th birth anniversary and on receiving the high award of the Hero of Labor of the Russian Federation.

President Sarkissian conveyed his best wishes to the head of the foreign policy establishment of the friendly and partner state and underscored Sergei Lavrov’s considerable contribution to the development of the strategic relations between Armenia and Russia. The President noted also his high professionalism and prominent role in global politics and diplomacy.

Armen Sarkissian and Sergei Lavrov are connected not only through current official relations but also have longstanding professional and friendly ties.

The President of Armenia wished Sergei Lavrov good health and success.