YEREVAN.- France’s regional priorities coincide with those of the Eastern Partnership project, French Ambassador Henri Reynaud told reporters on Wednesday.

The diplomat stressed importance of talks on the Association Agreement, facilitation of visa regime and creation of free trade area with the EU.

“Creation of free trade area will not only facilitate trade but will contribute to modernization of Armenia’s economy,” he said.

Henri Reynaud also touched upon the visa issue saying the number of applications always increases in summer. The consulate service is working hard, he said expressing gratitude to the employees.