Davit Khudatyan and Florian Escudié discuss Armenia–France cooperation across several sectors
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Armenian Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Davit Khudatyan received France’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Armenia, Florian Escudié, on 27 October.
According to the ministry, the meeting focused on opportunities to develop Armenia–France cooperation in infrastructure, energy, water resources management and interregional cooperation.
The two sides discussed the project to construct the Bargushat tunnel on the Sisian–Kajaran section of the North–South Road Corridor, including the next steps towards its implementation.
They also addressed ongoing and planned projects in the water sector. In particular, they discussed initiatives supported by the French Development Agency, including the construction of the Vedi Reservoir and the development of irrigation systems, as well as opportunities for effective water resources management and infrastructure modernisation.
Both sides stressed the importance of developing decentralised cooperation between Armenian and French municipalities.
They also highlighted the importance of continuing to develop existing cooperation and expanding engagement in areas of mutual interest.