Iran and Armenia have signed 10 memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to expand bilateral cooperation during a key state visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. 

The documents were signed in Yerevan on Tuesday following a private meeting between President Pezeshkian and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

The MoUs, which cover a range of sectors, mark a major step toward strengthening relations between the two neighboring countries.

Earlier in the day, Pashinyan welcomed Pezeshkian in an official reception ceremony at the Armenian president’s residence. The Iranian president was accompanied by Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi, senior officials, and several ministers.

The MoUs span multiple areas, including diplomacy, economy, mines and industries, road and urban development, healthcare, environment, education, culture, social interaction, and tourism. Pezeshkian and Pashinyan also signed a joint statement emphasizing mutual cooperation and partnership.

During his visit, Pezeshkian also met with Armenia-based Iranians, Iranologists, and the countries’ business leaders. Before departing for Yerevan, he described the trip as part of his administration’s priority to strengthen ties with “friendly neighboring” states that share foreign policy alignment with Tehran.

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Regional context: US mediation and peace deal concerns

The visit came shortly after a United States-mediated peace deal was signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in Washington, in the presence of President Donald Trump. The agreement reportedly included plans for a new transit road linking the two countries.

While Iran has welcomed peace in the region, it has also warned of the consequences of foreign intervention. Tehran has emphasized its commitment to monitoring developments closely to prevent what it considers external meddling.

On August 11, Pezeshkian addressed concerns about the US-mediated deal, dismissing what he described as media “overstatements.” He asserted that Iran’s demands, respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and opposition to border changes, had been met.

By signing these new MoUs, Iran and Armenia have signaled their intent to deepen bilateral cooperation while navigating a sensitive regional landscape. The agreements underscore the importance both countries place on maintaining and strengthening shared ties.