YEREVAN. – The President of Armenia, Serzh Sargsyan, on Friday issued a message of condolence to the Khanamirian family. 

Sargsyan issued the condolences in connection with the death of Lebanon’s former Armenian minister and MP, Souren Khanamirian. 

“Souren Khanamirian devoted his activities to the development of Lebanon, [and] preservation of the Armenian educational traditions and values.

“With his commitment, he greatly contributed to the establishment and deepening of Armenia-Lebanon friendly relations.

“Souren Khanamirian’s memory will forever remain in our hearts,” the President’s message specifically reads.