The President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron sent a congratulatory message to the President of the Republic Armen Sarkissian on the occasion of the Independence Day of Armenia.
The message reads:
“Mr. President of the Republic, Dear Armen,
On the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, I extend to you and to the Armenian people my best wishes for happiness, prosperity and success.
Since the advent of your independence, exactly 30 years ago, I can appreciate the considerable distance traveled by the Armenian people to build a modern and democratic state. Thus, by overcoming many trials, your country has succeeded in consolidating the functioning of its institutions.
France and Armenia have forged a special relationship, deeply rooted in history. This relationship of friendship, dense and trusting, continues today in all areas. I hope that this link which forms the richness of our bilateral relationship will be further deepened, whether it concerns our cooperation in sectors as varied as culture, education, health or even economic cooperation.
France wants to be a player for peace in the region and it is in this spirit that it is alongside Armenia to help it overcome the challenges facing it, one year after the deadly conflict in Karabakh. In this regard, France will work in particular to safeguard the region’s cultural and religious heritage, which reflects the uniqueness and wealth of the South Caucasus.
Finally, we will spare no effort to find, within the framework of the co-chairmanship of the OSCE Minsk Group, a lasting settlement of the conflict and a stabilization of the situation in the South Caucasus in the service of regional development and prosperity. This also requires a resumption of the dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan under the auspices of the co-presidency of the Minsk Group. France, in its capacity as co-chair, is ready to help.
Renewing my best wishes on this symbolic occasion, reaffirming my best wishes, please accept the deep assurance of my respect.”
