Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory message to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on the occasion of the national holiday, Emperor's Birthday. The message states:

“I warmly congratulate you on the occasion of Japan’s national holiday, the Emperor’s Birthday, and extend my best wishes.

Highly appreciating Japan’s contribution to strengthening a world order based on democratic values and rules, I am confident that our relations, characterized by mutual trust and careful approach towards sensitive issues for both of us, will further deepen in the future for the benefit of our two peoples.

Armenia attaches great importance to the deepening of comprehensive cooperation with Japan and highly appreciates Japan’s continuous support for the improvement of various sectors in Armenia. I express my readiness to make joint efforts with you to rediscover the multifaceted potential of bilateral relations.

Taking this opportunity, I wish you good health and all the best, and happiness and prosperity to the friendly people of Japan.”