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  03, 2017

  Toast raised by President Serzh Sargsyan at the official reception given by the President of France François Hollande Distinguished Mr. President, Ladies and Gentlemen, As the saying goes “a friend in need, is a friend indeed.” But it’s also said that “a true friend is one who’s happy for your success.” The glorious Armenian-French friendship proves that when we put together these two, friendship becomes exceptional. The Armenian-French friendship didn’t start with Armenia’s independence: our peoples knew each other and had the chance to cooperate...
• 08

  03, 2017

  Statement by President Serzh Sargsyan at the reception in the Paris City Hall Distinguished Madam Mayor, Dear Compatriots, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am glad to be in Paris once again, the city which through the history was “tossed by the waves but does not sink” and continued to flourish and develop remaining forever a unique civilization hub. As justly observed, just a stroll in Paris gives one lessons of history, beauty, and the meaning of life. It is pleasing that through the centuries the Armenian people have had the opportunity to share these...
• 08

  03, 2017

  Statement of President Serzh Sargsyan at the meeting with the heads of French enterprises Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, I cordially salute the participants and organizers of this traditional event, aimed at the expansion of cooperation between our two countries. The historically formed Armenian-French friendly relations form the base not only for our political but also economic relations. This inspires us with confidence that the parties are able to provide for the implementation of pretty large and ambitious economic programs. Distinguished Entrepreneurs, In 25...
• 02

  03, 2017

  Statement by President Serzh Sargsyan on 25th anniversary of Armenia’s accession to the United Nations This year marks the 25th anniversary of Armenia’s accession to the United Nations. The road, covered since the restoration of Armenia’s independence, has helped us steadily shape and consolidate our place in the family of nations. We have had many achievements over the past years, but we realize that there is still much to be done. As a UN member, Armenia has consistently supported international efforts to promote peace, development and human rights. To counter the global...
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  02, 2017

  Remarks by President Serzh Sargsyan at the Carnegie Center Distinguished Mr. Lehne, Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great honor of course for me to speak at the event held at the Brussels office of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. I am here for the first time but I recall warmly my meetings and discussions held at the Carnegie headquarters in Washington, D.C. Reputable platforms such as this one, on one hand provide the opportunity to present the logic behind the developments taking place in our country, and on the other...
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  02, 2017

  Statement of President Serzh Sargsyan at the 11th Convention of the Homeland Defenders Voluntary Union Holy Fathers, Dear Combat Friends, Dear Brothers in Arms, I salute the participants and guests of the 11th Convention of the Homeland Defenders Voluntary Union. Homeland Defenders movement formed along with the development of our modern statehood and had an outstanding role in the defense of Artsakh and Armenia. From that time on, the very name Homeland Defenders is used in singular as well as in plural and means a strong individual and a union of bright individuals. The...