Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory message to Michel Barnier on his appointment as Prime Minister of the French Republic. The press service of the RA Government reports this. The message reads:“Dear Mr. Prime Minister,Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of your appointment as Prime Minister of the French Republic.I am confident that the rich experience and knowledge gained during your long professional activity and important political and diplomatic path will best serve friendly France and the French people.I express my commitment to the expansion of Armenia-France multidisciplinary agenda through joint efforts and the implementation of new ambitious programs, including in the sphere of economic cooperation.I am confident that our governments will continue to closely cooperate for the benefit of deepening the centuries-long strong friendship of the Armenian and French peoples and the development of the special relations established between our two states, in which you personally played a great and symbolic role. One of the best examples of that is the official opening of the French diplomatic representation in Armenia.I highly appreciate Your constant attention to the issues related to Armenia. We remember with great gratitude Your visit to Armenia in difficult times for our country and the solidarity that You showed towards the Armenian people.I would like to take this opportunity to emphasize that we attach importance to France's consistent efforts to establish security, just and lasting peace in the region.I am looking forward to Your official visit to Armenia in the nearest future, which will be an excellent occasion to discuss the expansion of the developing cooperation between Armenia and France and to define new programs. I congratulate you once again on assuming the post of Prime Minister and wish you success in the realization of your high mission”.