Armenia, Iran discuss prospects for developing cooperation in labor  and social protection

ArmInfo. Armenian Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Arsen Torosyan received the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran (IRI) to Armenia, Khalil Shirgholami.

During the meeting, the parties discussed prospects for developing  cooperation in labor and social protection, particularly focusing on  labor migration, human potential and skills development, and the  possibility of implementing joint retraining and employment promotion  programs. The Ambassador noted that job growth  in Armenia in recent  years has been truly impressive.  The interlocutors highlighted the  significance of cooperation between the Armenian Ministry of Labor  and Social Affairs and relevant Iranian agencies, expressing their  readiness work together to implement joint programs.

Minister Torosyan emphasized that developing friendly relations with  Iran based on mutual trust is one of the foreign policy priorities of  the Armenian government. He expressed condolences over the loss of  life as a result of military operations in Iran. The Minister noted  that Armenia is deeply concerned about the situation in the region,  emphasizing that peace and stability are vital for the entire region.  In turn, Ambassador Shirgholami thanked the government and people of  Armenia for their support in the current situation.