From the speech of the Foreign Minister of the Swiss Confederation Ignazio Cassis at the official opening ceremony of the resident Embassy of Armenia in Bern
“For more than three decades since the establishment of diplomatic relations, Switzerland and Armenia have enjoyed strong and friendly ties, built on dialogue, cooperation, and mutual respect.
The opening of this embassy, after many years of diplomatic presence in Geneva, represents a meaningful step forward, much like the opening of the Embassy of Switzerland in Yerevan 15 years ago.
Our cooperation continues to grow in many fields, from political dialogue to economic exchange and people-to-people contacts.
Switzerland and Armenia have a remarkable historical heritage. Armenia’s history stretches back millennia, and its ancient shrines stand as powerful symbols of resilience and continuity. Switzerland, too, preserves early аlpine monasteries that have shaped our own cultural landscape. These places remind us that both countries draw strength from an extraordinary continuity while looking towards the future.
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Speaking of the future, we commend the concrete steps taken by Armenia and Azerbaijan towards peace. While the wider regional stage is currently marked by concerns and uncertainty, the prospect of open borders and increased connectivity in your neighborhoods is encouraging and is needed.
As chairman-in-office of the OSCE, I attach special significance to the ongoing efforts for peace, security and stability in the South Caucasus and beyond.
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia