RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and newly appointed French Prime Minister Michel Barnier met at the "Matignon" palace in Paris.

The French Prime Minister welcomed Nikol Pashinyan's visit to France and emphasized his commitment to contribute to the consistent development of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. Michel Barnier noted that he has a particular attitude towards Armenia and the Armenian people and is ready to contribute to continuously strengthening bilateral relations in the future. He fondly remembered the opening of the French Embassy in Armenia in 1995, in which he participated.

Nikol Pashinyan once again congratulated Mr. Barnier on his appointment as the Prime Minister of France and wished him success. The Prime Minister thanked his colleague for his deep commitment to the friendship between the two peoples and his significant contribution to strengthening the exceptional relations between Armenia and France.

The interlocutors highly appreciated the intensive dialogue between Armenia and France, stressing the importance of developing cooperation in bilateral economic and several target sectors: energy, digital technologies, urban development, agriculture, tourism, and healthcare.

Nikol Pashinyan noted that one of the RA Government's priorities is the development and diversification of the Armenian economy, adding that he attaches great importance to the presence of French companies in Armenia. According to the Prime Minister, the Armenian side expects the participation of French companies and investors, particularly in implementing infrastructure, nuclear and renewable energy, agriculture, and water projects.

The Prime Ministers of Armenia and France also greatly emphasized the holding of the second conference, "Ambitions Arménie-France," which can become a unique tool for promoting multi-sectoral cooperation.

The interlocutors also emphasized the need to develop decentralized cooperation to expand and strengthen regional ties.

The interlocutors also referred to the latest developments in the discussions on the peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, the processes taking place in the South Caucasus region.