Speaking in a phone conversation with Abbas Araghchi, Mirzoyan briefed his Iranian counterpart on recent developments, including the peace agreement with Azerbaijan, deals to reopen regional transport routes, plans to improve connectivity, and next steps for implementing the agreements.
Mirzoyan underscored that Armenia is Iran's friendly and neighboring country, and places great value on bilateral relations.
Araghchi, for his part, welcomed the establishment of peace between Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan.
He addressed Iran's considerations regarding transport routes and the unblocking of transit networks, saying, “These routes must not lead to geopolitical changes in the region or disrupt Iran's access to other transportation corridors."
Araghchi reiterated that any decision or measure must fully respect national sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.
Referring to some sensitivities related to the issue, the top Iranian diplomat pointed out that observing the considerations related to the stability and security of the region and surrounding countries is a must for any plan or agreement in this field.
Mirzoyan acknowledged the principled position of Iran in respecting Armenia's national sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as its attention to geopolitical sensitivities and regional peace and stability, PressTV reported.
He assured Araghchi that Yerevan would consider regional peace, stability, and mutual Iran-Armenia interests when making decisions about transit routes.
Under a deal signed between Azerbaijan and Armenia in Washington on Friday, Armenia granted exclusive rights to the US to develop a corridor in its southern Syunik province, which borders Iran, to connect Azerbaijan to Nakhchivan.
Iran has for long opposed the idea, saying it would change the geopolitical order of the Southern Caucasus and would restrict Iran’s ability to use transport networks in the region.
