Araghchi: Armenia’s prosperity, peace in Caucasus play part in Iran’s border security
Pezeshkian to depart for Armenia, Belarus on Monday
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi underlined the strategic importance of relations between Iran and Armenia, saying that peace in the South Caucasus region and the prosperity in Armenia contribute to the security of Iran’s borders.
In an article published by Armenia Press ahead of a Monday visit by the Iranian president to Armenia, Araghchi said Iran commits itself to establishing peace and stability in the region and stresses that ensuring security, lasting peace, and implementing any projects in the region depend on respecting the territorial integrity, national sovereignty, and security of all countries.
Araghchi said Iran is steadfast in supporting peace and stability in the South Caucasus region, adding that Tehran favors an Armenia with high level of prosperity and welfare – issues that contribute to the security of Iran’s borders.
The visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Armenia comes after a peace agreement reached between Iran’s northern neighbors — Armenia and Azerbaijan — on August 8.
Referring to deep relations between Iranian and Armenian nations, he said Iran was one of the first countries to recognize Armenia’s independence in 1991, a decision that reflects the depth of their relations and Iran’s commitment to supporting its neighbors during significant historical moments.
Armenians in Iran are the largest religious minority in the country and actively participate in all aspects of social life in Iran, he said.
“The geopolitical outlook of our region highlights the strategic importance of our relations. The interests of Iran and Armenia are increasingly intertwined amid global uncertainty and regional developments. Our shared borders are not merely a geographical fact but a bridge for cooperation in energy, transportation, human relations, and regional security,” Araghchi said.
Pointing to the importance of Pezeshkian’s visit to Armenia, Araghchi said the trip is not just a diplomatic meeting but a reaffirmation of the two countries’ commitment to open new horizons in their relations.
According to presidential political advisor Mehdi Sanaei, Pezeshkian is scheduled to depart on Monday evening for a two-day tour to Armenia and Belarus.
Sanaei said improving bilateral relations with Armenia and Belarus, especially in the trade, and signing cooperation documents would be on the president's agenda during the visits, adding that the trips had been scheduled for June but were postponed.