ArmInfo.Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory message today to Sebastian Kurz on his appointment as Federal Chancellor of the Republic of Austria.
The report states in particular: "I cordially congratulate you on your appointment as Federal Chancellor of the Republic of Austria. I am sure that the vote of confidence given to you by the friendly people of Austria will best serve the purpose of the government you are leading.
I warmly remember our meeting in Vienna last March. I hope that under your leadership the friendly relations between our governments will be further strengthened for the benefit of the Armenian and Austrian peoples. I wish you success in the fulfillment of your responsible mission, and to the friendly people of Austria - further progress and prosperity''.
To note, Sebastian Kurz became Chancellor of Austria for the second time. In September, early parliamentary elections were held in Austria, after a political scandal over the vice chancellor. Austrian People's Party), led by Kurz won them, gaining 37.5% of the vote.