Armenia’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Arpine Sargsyan, and the Czech Republic’s Ambassador to Armenia, Petr Piruncik, affirmed their commitment to continuing and expanding cooperation between the two countries during a meeting on January 30th, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs press service.
The Minister emphasized the effective cooperation established between Armenia and the Czech Republic, noting its development not only bilaterally but also within the framework of the EU. Sargsyan highlighted the EU as a key partner in the Ministry’s reforms. Ambassador Piruncik expressed his gratitude for the meeting and congratulated the Minister on her new appointment.
The Ambassador praised the ongoing reforms within the Ministry of Internal Affairs, particularly highlighting the police reforms and the Ministry’s formation and establishment process. The parties discussed potential opportunities for exchanging experiences in various areas.
The meeting also touched upon the ongoing work towards visa liberalization and the digitization process. Both sides expressed their willingness to expand cooperation, contributing to the development of bilateral relations.
This meeting demonstrates the mutual interest of Armenia and the Czech Republic in strengthening cooperation in security and other sectors. Close cooperation with the EU is of great importance to Armenia in building state institutions that align with democratic values and European standards. The Czech Republic’s experience, especially in the police sector, can be valuable for Armenia, considering both countries’ shared path in the democratization process. The visa liberalization and digitization process are also crucial for Armenia’s integration into the European space and improving the quality of public services.
In conclusion, bilateral relations between Armenia and the Czech Republic are in an active phase of development. Expanding cooperation in security, law enforcement reforms, visa liberalization, and digitization contributes to strengthening ties between the two countries and Armenia’s European integration.