U.S. Department of Commerce Assistant Secretary for Global Markets Arun Venkataraman arrived in Armenia.

The U.S. Embassy in Armenia reports that during his April 6-8 visit, Assistant Secretary Venkataraman will meet with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

“He will give opening remarks at the U.S.-Armenia Strategic Dialogue, during which he will underscore the United States’ interest in deepening commercial ties and promoting commercial partnerships between both countries, particularly in the energy sector,” the embassy noted.