YEREVAN. - Any move aimed at reducing tension in Armenia is only welcomed, French Ambassador to Armenia Henri Reynaud told a press conference in Yerevan on Monday. 

He commented on the declaration of amnesty in Armenia, releasing those detained in connection with the events of March 1, 2008.  He also hailed the dialogue between the Armenian authorities and opposition positive.

The French diplomat stressed that the EU, Armenia is holding talks on association membership with, has already welcomed the amnesty proposed by the Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan.