Russia offers to mediate Pak-Armenia diplomatic ties amid geopolitical shifts

Pakistan is currently the only country globally that does not recognize Armenia as a sovereign state. This stance is rooted in Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan in the protracted Nagorno-Karabakh conflict
Ali Furqan
ISLAMABAD, MAY 27: In a significant diplomatic development, Russian Ambassador to Pakistan, Albert P. Khorev, announced on Tuesday that Moscow has extended an offer to facilitate the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Armenia. This initiative aims to remove a longstanding barrier hindering Pakistan’s potential engagement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), a Russia-led economic bloc.
During a media briefing in Islamabad, Ambassador Khorev revealed that Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexey Overchuk had formally discussed this proposal with Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar during his visit to Islamabad in 2024. Khorev emphasized that while the decision rests with Pakistan, the absence of diplomatic ties with Armenia remains a significant obstacle to advancing free trade agreements between Pakistan and the EAEU.
Pakistan is currently the only country globally that does not recognize Armenia as a sovereign state. This stance is rooted in Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan in the protracted Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Islamabad has consistently backed Baku’s claims over the disputed region, aligning with Azerbaijan’s position on territorial integrity. In return, Azerbaijan has been a steadfast supporter of Pakistan’s stance on the Kashmir issue, reinforcing a strategic alliance between the two nations .
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is also on its visit to Baku to thank the Azerbaijani people and leadership for their unwavering support for Pakistan during the recent tensions with India.
Addressing questions about recent claims by Pakistani military officials regarding the destruction of Russian-made S-400 air defense systems, Ambassador Khorev stated that he had heard of these reports but lacked confirmation.
Regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Khorev reiterated Moscow’s commitment to peace negotiations, emphasizing that Russia’s primary objective is to protect Russian-speaking populations in Ukraine. He warned that if diplomatic efforts fail, Russian forces may advance towards Kyiv, asserting, “We don’t need more territories; we need to protect Russian-speaking people in Ukraine.”
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