Armenian Defense Minister Suren Papikyan on Wednesday received French Ambassador Olivier Decottignies, on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission in Armenia, the defense ministry of Armenia informed Armenian News-NEWS.am.

First, the Armenian defense minister thanked the French diplomat for the close cooperation he had established during his tenure in Armenia, and wished him success in his future activities.

Also, Papikyan highlighted the achievements recorded within the framework of Armenia-France defense cooperation; in particular, in technico-military cooperation, military education and training, exchange of experience in various directions, joint exercises, and several other areas.