Pashinyan and Macron discuss Armenia–France strategic partnership agenda

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and French President Emmanuel Macron met at the Élysée Palace.

According to the Armenian Prime Minister’s Office, Macron welcomed Pashinyan’s visit and his participation in the Paris Peace Forum. Macron said the meeting was a good opportunity to discuss the agenda for bilateral strategic relations.

Pashinyan thanked Macron for his warm hospitality and for inviting him to the ninth Paris Peace Forum. He highlighted the strength of Armenia–France relations and stressed the importance of developing and expanding ties across all areas.

The two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and reviewed progress on joint projects in infrastructure and other areas.

They also discussed further cooperation between Armenia and the European Union, including the visa liberalisation process and progress on EU-supported reforms.

Pashinyan and Macron also exchanged views on regional developments and ongoing processes.