Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received French Ambassador Olivier Decottignies, who is completing his diplomatic mission in Armenia, the PM’s office informs.

The premier thanked the ambassador for close cooperation and contributing to the consistent development of Armenia-France relations. Pashinyan, in particular, emphasized the fact of establishing a strategic partnership, as well as the deepening and expansion of ties in the economy, infrastructure, culture, and other domains between the two countries.

Decottignies, in turn, thanked the prime minister and the government of Armenia for their support, joint work, and effective cooperation. The French diplomat expressed confidence that cooperation between the two countries will continue to expand, including as a result of the implementation of new joint programs.

During the meeting, they exchanged views on the agenda matters of Armenia-France cooperation.

Also, Prime Minister Pashinyan wished Ambassador Decottignies success in his future activities.