YEREVAN. – The visit of the French President was organized and took place within the frameworks of Armenian-French relations, French Ambassador to Armenia Henri Reynaud said in a press conference on Monday.

French President’s visit was succeeded by the official visit of the Armenian President to France.

“The fact that the visit coincided with the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence gave a special meaning to it. French President had a chance to congratulate Armenia on its anniversary. France is ready to cooperate with Armenia in future and support it in various spheres. Besides, Nikolas Sarkozy has stated once again that Turkey should face its history and recognize the Armenian Genocide,” the diplomat stated.

Responding to the report on 20th anniversary, the French diplomat said that it was a good chance to conclude results gained during those years. He believes that Armenia implements it with pride and trust. According to him, Armenia has achievement such as the new political system, integration into democratic culture, and transfer into market relations. Moreover, Armenia gained its position in international arena, among other things by becoming participant of the European Partnership and European Council.