Today, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan received Florian Escudie, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of France to the Republic of Armenia.

Minister Zhanna Andreasyan congratulated the Ambassador on assuming his diplomatic mission in Armenia and wished him every success in his work. She expressed hope that, during his tenure, the strategic partnership between Armenia and France would be elevated to a new level.

“Our countries have a broad cooperation agenda, particularly in education, culture and sport. The Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sport reaffirms its commitment to consistently advancing multifaceted cooperation between Armenia and France,” the Minister said.

The newly appointed Ambassador thanked the Minister for the meeting and emphasized the importance of pursuing a consistent policy to further advance relations with Armenia.

During the meeting, the parties discussed key areas of cooperation, including expanding the activities of French educational institutions in Armenia, such as the French Institute, the French University in Armenia and the Anatole France International French School; implementing new joint programs; and strengthening ties between institutions in the two countries. In this context, particular importance was attached to the application of artificial intelligence and the promotion of French-language learning.

Special emphasis was placed on Armenia’s hosting of the 10th Francophone Games in 2027. Zhanna Andreasyan noted that preparations for the Games are underway, with the Ministry coordinating the process. In discussing practical arrangements for the event, the parties highlighted the importance of recruiting volunteers and organizing French-language courses.

The meeting also addressed cooperation in the cultural sector, particularly the development of long-term partnerships among museums, art galleries and libraries, as well as programs aimed at preserving Armenia’s cultural heritage, with a particular focus on the restoration of monuments.