The Ambassador of the United Kingdom to Armenia, John Gallagher, has visited the Zangezur region.

Axar.az reports the British diplomat met with Robert Ghukasyan, the “Governor of Syunik (Zangezur)” in Armenia.

During the meeting, regional development and cooperation issues were discussed, along with security matters in the region.

Gallagher shared his notes about the trip on X, expressing hope that a new chapter would be opened for lasting peace and stability in the region.

“It was a pleasure to meet Governor Ghukasyan again. We discussed the progress of development in the Syunik region and the Governor’s vision for the future. Peace and security are key to realising the potential of this dynamic region and I reiterated the UK’s continued support,” he wrote.

Armenia’s “Fact” website writes that the British diplomat’s visit to Zangezur signals new developments.

“The visit of an ambassador from a country that is a close friend of Azerbaijan to Syunik (Zangezur) does not bode well,” the site claimed.

The United Kingdom is one of the countries interested in the opening of the Zangezur Corridor. After the 44-day war, the Zangezur region became a geopolitical battleground, especially with the activities of countries interested in the region.