Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan and Belgian PM Bart De Wever today attended the opening ceremony of Belgium’s embassy in Yerevan.

Pashinyan, according to his office, noted in his speech that the embassy’s opening is a demonstration of the developing relations between Belgium and Armenia.

“We have long-standing historical ties, and our relations are based on these traditions. It is now developing as a modern partnership in strengthening and developing democracy, the rule of law, and democratic institutions in Armenia," Pashinyan said.

Pashinyan also thanked Belgium for its support in cooperation with the European Union. “We perceive this as a very bold support for Armenian statehood, sovereignty, independence, territorial integrity, democracy and the aspiration to be a more prosperous, more successful, more democratic and more future-oriented country,” Pashinyan remarked,

Bart de Wever emphasized that there is a large Armenian community in Belgium, which continues to serve as a living bridge between the two countries.

“This is truly a historic moment. It is with great pride that we open our embassy here, in one of the cradles of civilization. This embassy is more than just a symbol of the long-standing connection between Belgium and Armenia. It is a solemn expression of our commitment to our future. commitment to deepen our cooperation in the areas of business, innovation, technology, infrastructure and scientific exchange,” Bart de Wever said.