German Chancellor Angela Merkel has sent a congratulatory message to Nikol Pashinyan on assuming the office of Prime Minister. The message reads in part:

“Dear Mr. Prime Minister,

I sincerely congratulate you on your election. As a reliable partner, Germany will continue to assist Armenia in its drive for modernization and implementation of reforms and will make efforts for the deepening of bilateral friendly relations, as well as for the peaceful development of the region.

I highly welcome the fact that all participants in the political processes of recent days and weeks demonstrated high sense of responsibility for the benefit of the Armenian people. I wish you every success and all the best in the formation of the new government and throughout your tenure.”