Armenia expects participation of French companies in implementation  of nuclear and renewable energy projects - Pashinyan

ArmInfo. A meeting took place at the Matignon Palace in Paris between Armenian Prime Minister Nikol  Pashinyan and the newly appointed head of the French government Michel Barnier.  

As reported by the press service of the RA government, Michel Barnier 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. The French Prime Minister noted that he has a special  attitude towards Armenia and the Armenian people, and is ready to  continue to promote the continuous strengthening of bilateral  relations. He warmly recalled the opening of the French Embassy in  Armenia in 1995 with his participation.

Nikol Pashinyan once again congratulated Barnier on his appointment  as the Prime Minister of France and wished him success. The Prime  Minister thanked his colleague for his commitment to the friendship  between the two peoples and his personal 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 bilateral  cooperation in the economy, energy, digital technologies, urban  development, agriculture, tourism, and healthcare.

Nikol Pashinyan noted that one of the priorities of the Government of  the Republic of Armenia 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 the implementation of  projects in the fields of infrastructure, nuclear and renewable  energy, agriculture, and water resources. The Prime Ministers of  Armenia and France also stressed the importance of holding the second  conference "Ambitions Armenie- France", which can become a unique  tool for enhancing multi-sectoral cooperation.  The interlocutors  pointed out the need to develop decentralized cooperation to expand  and strengthen ties between the regions.  They also discussed the  latest developments in the peace treaty between Armenia and  Azerbaijan, as well as the ongoing processes in the South Caucasus  region.