WASHINGTON, DC — US President Joe Biden, on behalf of the people of the United States, expressed his best wishes to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and the people of Armenia on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of independence.
According to the Prime Minister’s Office, in his message Biden emphasised the deep ties between the two nations, noting that Armenia and the United States are working together to build a better future, including by elevating relations to a strategic partnership.
According to President Biden, this partnership will foster cooperation on all fronts, from strengthening security and defence partnerships to accelerating clean energy and trade diversification initiatives.
Biden also emphasised that the strategic partnership will support Armenia’s efforts to promote democracy through civic engagement, good governance, rule of law and anti-corruption measures.
‘These are values that both Americans and Armenians share,’ Biden stated.
President Biden said the United States supports Armenia’s sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity and its right to determine its own future.
According to the President, the United States supports Armenia’s efforts to achieve sustainable peace in the region and expressed optimism about continuing to work together to create a future in which everyone can live in dignity and security.
