The head of state spoke to the ambassadors about the development of bilateral relations and approaches to resolution of conflicts in different parts of the world. He emphasised that it is vital for Estonia to help Ukraine win the war. The head of state also elaborated on developments in the UN and explained why it is important to move forward with the reform of the UN Security Council.
At the meeting with the Armenian ambassador, President Karis acknowledged Armenia’s efforts to join the European Union and assured that Estonia is ready to support Armenia in its endeavours in every way. The head of state expressed his satisfaction with the strengthening of bilateral relations in recent years. President Karis also praised Armenia for its support of Ukraine and stressed that we must continue our joint efforts to assist Ukraine in every possible way. At the same time, the head of state confirmed that we recognise the territorial integrity of Armenia and hope that positive news will soon come from the peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Regional security issues and cooperation between Estonia and Armenia in international organisations were also discussed at the meeting.
President Karis assured the ambassadors of Angola and Botswana of Estonia’s desire to strengthen bilateral relations and to be a good partner to both countries in their national digitalisation process. According to him, we are ready to share our experience and Estonian entrepreneurs are ready to contribute to building a digital state. The head of state also introduced to them Estonia’s goals in the reform of the UN Security Council.
President Karis will go on an official visit to Botswana and Angola on Sunday.
The Angolan ambassador is resident in Warsaw, the Armenian ambassador in Vilnius and the Botswana ambassador in Stockholm.
