Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has been awarded the Hessian Peace Prize for his efforts to promote peace in the South Caucasus.

The Hessian Peace Prize is awarded in recognition of contributions to peace and conflict resolution. Pashinyan’s award comes amid ongoing efforts to advance peace in the South Caucasus, according to Armenpress.

Pashinyan is also scheduled to meet with local business representatives at the Frankfurt Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where discussions are expected to focus on economic cooperation and business ties.