Armenian President Armen Sarkissian today hosted the Apostolic Nuncio of the Holy See, Archbishop José Avelino Bettencourt (residence in Tbilisi).

The two talked about relations between Armenia and the Holy See and the deepening of cooperation based on the commonality of historical ties, cultural and cultural heritage.

According to a statement released by Sarkissian’s office, the sides exchanged views on the situation in Armenia and Artsakh after the war, focusing on the need to support the preservation of Armenian cultural heritage in Karabakh.

Bettencourt, on behalf of the Holy See, expressed readiness to support the preservation of that heritage.

The two also addressed the issue of the return of POWs and hostages.