On 30 March 2023, The Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure (MTAI) of the Republic of Armenia, Mr. Gnel Sanosyan, received the newly appointed UNHCR Representative in Armenia, Ms. Kavita Belani.
Congratulating Ms. Belani on her new appointment and wishing her every success, the Minister emphasized the importance of the humanitarian work carried out by UNHCR in support to the Government of Armenia in the past three decades to promote the protection and the well-being of refugees in Armenia.
Mr. Kavita Belani thanked the Minister for the warm welcome and the longstanding effective cooperation between the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure and UNHCR.
During the meeting, the parties discussed the humanitarian situation of displaced families in different regions of Armenia, as well as the resilience and the coping mechanisms, including support from host communities.
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The parties highlighted the need for community enhancement projects and supporting community-based social workers. Throughout the discussions, importance of coordination and stronger collaboration was emphasized. The Minister of MTAI and the UNHCR Representative discussed the new opportunities for cooperation and the necessary practical steps.
Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure of Armenia
