Armenian, Iranian defense ministers discuss cooperation prospects 

ArmInfo. Following the welcoming ceremony at the Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of the Islamic Republic of Iran, a meeting was convened between the Minister of Defence of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, and the  Minister of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics of Iran, Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Gharayi Ashtiani.

The agenda included discussions on the present state of cooperation  in the defence sector and prospects for future development. Both  Ministers exchanged views on international and regional issues,  reiterating their commitment to establishing long-term peace and  stability in the South Caucasus region.

Subsequently, several agreements of mutual interest were reached  during the meeting.

During his official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran, the  Minister of Defence of the Republic of Armenia, Suren Papikyan, held  a meeting with the Chief of Staff for the Armed Forces of Iran, Major  General Mohammad Bagheri.

The discussions were focused on military cooperation and regional  security issues.