ArmInfo.Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed hope that, regardless of the outcome of the upcoming parliamentary elections in Armenia, the commitment to strengthening bilateral relations will remain. He made this statement during a meeting with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, according to TASS.
"I've always told you this, and I want to emphasize it again. I want to express hope that, regardless of the outcome of the elections in Armenia, our shared commitment to building and strengthening Russian- Armenian relations will continue," Putin said.
The Russian President emphasized that, no matter what happens, Russia will always be guided by what is best for the Armenian people.
According to Pashinyan, the depth of Armenian-Russian relations requires constant contacts at the highest level. "Our relations are so rich that there is a need for frequent meetings; there is always something to discuss at the highest level. Of course, our relations with the Russian Federation are very deep, they are significant to us," the Armenian prime minister said. Meanwhile, Vladimir Putin stated that Russia reacts calmly to the development of Armenia's relations with the EU. However, it is impossible to simultaneously be part of the customs systems of both the Eurasian Economic Union and the European Union.
He expressed hope that the EU and the EAEU will cooperate in the future. "Russia sells gas to Armenia at a much lower price than the current price in Europe," Putin stated. Russia and Armenia are united by a common civilization, and Moscow is always satisfied with what benefits the Armenian people, Putin stated.
"Armenia's relations with Russia will never be in question," Pashinyan stated. "Armenia knows that membership in the EAEU and the EU is incompatible, but these processes have not yet reached the point where a choice must be made," Pashinyan stated.
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