Joint Statement on Establishing a Strategic Partnership between Armenia and China

A joint statement has been published regarding the establishment of a strategic partnership between Armenia and China.

— The Republic of Armenia and the People's Republic of China (hereinafter referred to as the Parties), based on the centuries-old friendship between the two peoples, agree that since the establishment of diplomatic relations on April 6, 1992, bilateral relations have developed dynamically, and cooperation in various fields has yielded positive results. Fully committed to expanding cooperation in political, economic, cultural, and social areas, as well as in international relations and promoting regional and global peace and stability, the Parties agree to establish a strategic partnership, continuing to be guided by the fundamental principles of bilateral relations, characterized by equality, mutual respect, and trust, as well as mutually beneficial cooperation.

POLITICAL DIALOGUE

The Parties are guided by the principles of peaceful coexistence, mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, exclusion of aggression, non-interference in internal affairs, equality, and mutual benefit. The Parties respect each other's chosen paths of development in accordance with their national characteristics and the independence of decision-making in the political sphere regarding bilateral relations. The Parties act as reliable partners for each other, refraining from actions that harm the sovereignty, security, and developmental interests of the other party or any actions that violate mutual trust between the two countries and the friendship of their peoples.

The Armenian side reaffirms its stance in support of the 'One China' principle, recognizing that there is only one China in the world, and Taiwan is an inseparable part of Chinese territory, with the government of the People's Republic of China being the only legitimate government representing all of China. The Armenian side firmly opposes any form of 'Taiwan independence' and supports the efforts made by China towards national reunification. The Chinese side reaffirms its strong support for the political independence, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability of the Republic of Armenia.

China supports the peaceful agenda proposed by the Armenian side and welcomes the 'Peace Crossroads' initiative. The Parties believe that geopolitical intrigues that promote confrontation serve no purpose, and they jointly oppose steps that destabilize the region and provoke new escalation.

The Parties express their readiness to strengthen high-level political dialogue, regularly conduct political consultations between the foreign ministries of the two countries, and expand communication between central and local authorities, as well as between political parties, with the aim of exchanging experiences and strengthening cooperation.

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The joint statement concludes with a commitment to enhance cooperation in addressing global challenges, emphasizing the importance of human rights, economic development, and sustainable infrastructure initiatives.