THE MILITARY-STRATEGIC BILATERAL COOPERATION BETWEEN THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA AND THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION

Abstract

The relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Russian Federation are of a strategic nature. This partnership stands out for its role and importance in the establishment and functioning ofthe Armenian national security system. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Russia and Armenia, numerous and varied events have been implemented, aimed at the continuous development of mutually beneficial cooperation in all spheres of life, including also military and military-technical directions. Armenian-Russian military cooperation follows from the strategic interests ofthe two countries, and at the present stage has reached a rather high level, having as a basis the vision ofthe constant and dynamic development of these relations. Armenia is consistent in developing relations with Russia in the field ofjoint security, especially within the framework ofthe programs ofthe CIS, the CSTO, the Joint Air Defense System and the Joint Border Protection.