On November 22, Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II received newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia Anri Renaux. The sides touched upon embassy’s role in development of the Armenian-French bilateral ties.

Karekin II also spoke of France’s special attitude towards Armenian people, pointing out country’s determined stance on recognition and condemnation of the Armenian Genocide, Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin informed NEWS.am.

Ambassador Renaux noted that the Armenian church plays significant role in history of the Armenian people.

The sides also discussed issues related to French diocese of the Armenian church and activities of the Armenian community in France.