Araghchi wrote an article in Armenian Armenpress News Agency as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian plans to begin a two-day key visit to Armenia and Belarus on Monday.

He pointed to shared historical ties between Iran and Armenia in the past and future horizons and expressed Tehran’s readiness to open a new chapter of ancient friendship which “will undoubtedly bring greater prosperity and security for both nations, the region, and beyond.”

"The future of relations between Iran and Armenia is very bright, and no one can divert this path,” he said.

He added that Iran-Armenia partnership in the economic sphere expose a mutually beneficial reality.

“The fact that Iran, even under unfair unilateral sanctions, has remained one of Armenia’s most important trading partners indicates mutual confidence between the two countries,” the top Iranian diplomat said.

Araghchi noted that Iran-Armenia complementary economies provide countless opportunities for growth and development, which can bring prosperity to both nations.

Referring to the strategic importance of Tehran-Yerevan ties given the geopolitical perspective of the region, he said, “As natural allies, our common border is not only a geographical reality, but also a bridge for cooperation in the areas of energy, transportation, human ties, and regional security.”

“Iran remains steadfast in supporting peace and stability in the South Caucasus and believes that the security, welfare and prosperity of Armenia are the demands of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” the foreign minister said.

Iran holds that the provision of sustainable security and the implementation of any project in the region hinge on respect for territorial integrity, national sovereignty, common interests and non-interference by any foreign force or country, the Iranian foreign minister stated.

Araghchi further pointed to special significance of the Iranian president’s scheduled visit to Armenia and added that the trip is not only a “diplomatic” meeting but also an affirmation of shared commitment to opening new horizons in mutual relations.

“Historical bonds, geographical proximity, complementary economies, and shared regional interests have all come together to strengthen cooperation,” he added.