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07, 2009
Joint communique between the President of the Republic of Armenia and the President of the Republic of Cyprus
On July 6 and 7, 2009, the President of the Republic of Cyprus Demetris Christofias paid a state visit to the Republic of Armenia upon the invitation of the President of the Republic of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan.
Armenian-Cypriot friendship, anchored on strong historical connections between the peoples and the shared cultural heritage, offers a solid foundation for the development of multifaceted cooperation for the benefit of two friendly countries and the peace and prosperity in Europe.
In an atmosphere of mutual understanding and constructiveness the two Heads of State discussed the current situation and the prospects of the Armenian-Cypriot relations, and exchanged views on the international and regional issues of mutual interest.
The parties stressed the importance of further developing the political and economic relations between Armenia and Cyprus, promoting mutually beneficial initiatives in various areas and finding new avenues for such cooperation. They expressed readiness to foster ties between entrepreneurs, to encourage mutual visits and business forums. Exchange of experience in the field of tourism, services, banking and development of small and medium enterprises was also emphasized. They also agreed to promote relations in the fields of culture, education, science and communications.
The Presidents underlined the need to further broaden the legal framework of cooperation between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Cyprus.
The Presidents expressed their support to the efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict within the OSCE Minsk Group process and stressed that the conflict should be resolved without use of force and only by peaceful means and through negotiations based on the principles and norms of international law.
The Republic of Armenia welcomes the ongoing negotiations aiming to achieve a comprehensive, just, viable and agreed solution of the Cyprus problem, based on International Law, the Charter of the United Nations and the principles upon which the European Union is founded.
The sides underlined the necessity to establish and develop normal relations between neighboring states without any preconditions on the basis of mutual respect and understanding.
The parties expressed their readiness to strengthen and broaden cooperation within the frameworks of the European Union initiatives, including the Eastern Partnership. Stressing the significance of the freedom of movement in the present world the parties agreed to promote visa facilitation – one of the key components of the Eastern Partnership.
The Republic of Cyprus will contribute to the further strengthening of the dialogue between the Republic of Armenia and the European Union in the interest of all parties.
The parties also agreed to intensify the cooperation in international organisations and to take into due consideration each other’s position.
The parties also emphasized the significance of bilateral and multilateral cooperation aimed at maintaining common security and stability in Europe and considering new and efficient mechanisms of common and indivisible security in the frameworks of international and regional organizations.
Noting with satisfaction the outcome of constructive negotiations, the Presidents will undertake practical steps for effective implementation of all agreements reached.
Armenian-Cypriot friendship, anchored on strong historical connections between the peoples and the shared cultural heritage, offers a solid foundation for the development of multifaceted cooperation for the benefit of two friendly countries and the peace and prosperity in Europe.
In an atmosphere of mutual understanding and constructiveness the two Heads of State discussed the current situation and the prospects of the Armenian-Cypriot relations, and exchanged views on the international and regional issues of mutual interest.
The parties stressed the importance of further developing the political and economic relations between Armenia and Cyprus, promoting mutually beneficial initiatives in various areas and finding new avenues for such cooperation. They expressed readiness to foster ties between entrepreneurs, to encourage mutual visits and business forums. Exchange of experience in the field of tourism, services, banking and development of small and medium enterprises was also emphasized. They also agreed to promote relations in the fields of culture, education, science and communications.
The Presidents underlined the need to further broaden the legal framework of cooperation between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Cyprus.
The Presidents expressed their support to the efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict within the OSCE Minsk Group process and stressed that the conflict should be resolved without use of force and only by peaceful means and through negotiations based on the principles and norms of international law.
The Republic of Armenia welcomes the ongoing negotiations aiming to achieve a comprehensive, just, viable and agreed solution of the Cyprus problem, based on International Law, the Charter of the United Nations and the principles upon which the European Union is founded.
The sides underlined the necessity to establish and develop normal relations between neighboring states without any preconditions on the basis of mutual respect and understanding.
The parties expressed their readiness to strengthen and broaden cooperation within the frameworks of the European Union initiatives, including the Eastern Partnership. Stressing the significance of the freedom of movement in the present world the parties agreed to promote visa facilitation – one of the key components of the Eastern Partnership.
The Republic of Cyprus will contribute to the further strengthening of the dialogue between the Republic of Armenia and the European Union in the interest of all parties.
The parties also agreed to intensify the cooperation in international organisations and to take into due consideration each other’s position.
The parties also emphasized the significance of bilateral and multilateral cooperation aimed at maintaining common security and stability in Europe and considering new and efficient mechanisms of common and indivisible security in the frameworks of international and regional organizations.
Noting with satisfaction the outcome of constructive negotiations, the Presidents will undertake practical steps for effective implementation of all agreements reached.