This is stated in a joint statement following the talks between Pashinyan and Putin in Russia.

“Pashinyan expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome extended by Putin and reaffirmed his invitation to the Russian leader to visit Yerevan in conjunction with the session of the CSTO Collective Security Council in the second half of 2022.

The invitation was gratefully accepted,” the statement said.

During the meeting, Pashinyan stated that Russia plays a key role in ensuring stability and security in the South Caucasus.