Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will arrive in Armenia on a two-day official visit on 16 February. The visit takes place in the framework of intensive political dialogue between Armenia and Russia and aims at deepening cooperation between the two countries in foreign policy and other areas.

During this first official visit to Armenia, Minister Lavrov will meet with Armenia's authorities to discuss current agenda of the strategic partnership between the two countries and a broad spectrum of issues related to the prospects of this partnership in political, economic, science and education, and culture areas.

Agenda of the discussions will also address the issue of strengthening cooperation between Armenia and Russia in the framework of international organizations, as well as functioning and reform of CIS structures.

The parties will also explore the current stage of Nagorno Karabagh conflict regulation, issues related to fostering mutual confidence and cooperation in the South Caucasus.
They will also discuss matters related to President Putin's forthcoming visit to Armenia.