Armenian PM congratulates Georgian counterpart on approval in partnership message
In a social media message, Pashinyan said he hoped to see a further development of strategic partnership between the countries. Photo: Tigran Mehrabyan/PAN Photo
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Friday congratulated Irakli Kobakhidze on his confirmation as Georgia's new Prime Minister by the country’s Parliament.
In a social media message, Pashinyan said he hoped to see a further development of strategic partnership between the countries.
“Heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Kobakhidze! Looking forward to further enhancing Armenian-Georgian strategic partnership, built on centuries-old friendship, shared values and democratic ideals of our peoples”, the official said.
2/2 Heartfelt congratulations to the newly appointed Prime Minister of ????????,
— Nikol Pashinyan (@NikolPashinyan) February 9, 2024
Irakli Kobakhidze! Looking forward to further enhancing ????????-???????? Strategic Partnership, built on centuries-old friendship, shared values and democratic ideals of our peoples.
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