Armenia to take part in NATO’s next mission in Afghanistan

Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian stated this, addressing a speech at the meeting of Foreign Ministers of “Resolute Support” mission’s member states at the NATO Headquarters in Brussels on December 1.
 
According to Edward Nalbandian, security threats not only in Afghanistan but other corners of the world show that the mission is not confined to definite geographical region.

“We mean the global challenges which require joint and concerted response. In this regard, Armenia started its participation in peacekeeping missions over a decade ago, beginning with Kosovo and then going to Iraq, Afghanistan, Lebanon and Mali”, said the Armenian FM.

He stated that in 2016, the Armenian contingent will continue its international commitment within “Resolute Support” mission on the current level.

“We are ready to take part in future “Long-Lasting Partnership” mission which will come to replace “Resolute Support”. We will also keep assisting in the large-scale peace-building in Afghanistan, boosting friendly relations and regional cooperation”, stated Edward Nalbandian.