Armenia and Iraq Discuss Visa Regime Abolition

Armenia and Iraq are discussing the abolition of the visa regime between each other. This was stated by Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan following a lecture at Baghdad University, where he is on an official visit. The information was reported by the Press Service of the President of Armenia.

President Khachaturyan emphasized that the activities between the embassies of the two countries have significantly increased in recent years, despite the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1992.

"The issue is under discussion. It is very important for us to provide full freedom so that citizens of both countries can visit each other at any time. There is a minor obstacle. I hope that we will find a solution to this problem in the near future. There are no political issues at this level; it is only technical," Khachaturyan noted.

According to him, the visit is very important for Armenia, as it marks the first time an Armenian president or high-ranking official is visiting Iraq.

"We have great opportunities for cooperation and are obliged to utilize them. Our discussions have revolved around this framework. This region is very important for Armenia, as historically we have been a part of it," added Khachaturyan.

Khachaturyan also spoke about regional realities and a possible peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

"There is an important principle: you must live peacefully with your neighbors. It is the same in daily life. Neither Armenians want to live elsewhere, nor do Azerbaijanis. Essentially, we are currently communicating through mediators. There are tens of thousands of casualties on both sides, with thousands of militants also missing, and certain territorial issues. We are confident that all issues can be resolved if there is a desire. We are now on that path; there is a peace document on the table, and we are trying to reach a common agreement," added the President of Armenia.