The new ambassador of Benin to Armenia, Noukpo Clément Kiki—with diplomatic residence in Moscow, on Tuesday presented his credentials to President Armen Sarkissian.

First, Sarkissian congratulated the newly appointed diplomat, wished him productive work, and expressed a conviction that he will serve his professional skills and knowledge for the development of cooperation between the two countries.

Noting that Armenia seeks to intensify cooperation with African countries, the President also underscored the need to identify the directions and domains where there are real conditions for collaboration and mutual interest.