27/10/2014 17:49
Armenian prime minister receives Cardinal Ravasi
Armenian Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received today President of Vatican’s Pontifical Council for Culture Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi, according to the press office of the government.
The Prime Minister hailed Armenia’s cooperation with the Holy See and underlined the role of the Vatican in the reinforcement of Christian faith, establishment of peace and solidarity in the world.
Hovik Abrahamyan highly appreciated the Cardinal’s activity aimed at disseminating the spiritual-moral values, preservation of the cultural heritage, and recognition of the Armenian spiritual culture that makes part of the world’s cultural heritage. .
Cardinal Ravasi attached importance to bilateral cooperation. He expressed confidence that mutual visits will contribute to the strengthening of relations between Armenia and Vatican.
PM Hovik Abrahamyan and Cardinal Ravasi discussed issues related to the organization of Armenian Genocide Centennial events and popularization of the Armenian culture in the international arena.