Armenia and France discuss COP17 and 2027 Francophonie games

Armenian Ambassador to France Arman Khachatryan met with Éléonore Caroit, France’s Minister Delegate to the Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, responsible for Francophonie, International Partnerships, and French Nationals Abroad, to discuss the Armenia–France agenda and ongoing cooperation between the two countries within international organisations, particularly the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie (OIF).

Ambassador Khachatryan also serves as the Armenian Prime Minister’s Personal Representative on the Permanent Council of the OIF, News.Az reports, citing Armenpress.

The ambassador presented updates on preparations for the 10th Jeux de la Francophonie, scheduled to be held in Armenia in 2027, reaffirming the country’s commitment to hosting the event at a high standard. Both sides stressed the importance of the Games as a key platform for promoting Francophone culture and values, as well as strengthening the French language globally.

The discussions also covered preparations for the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (COP17), which will take place in Armenia later this year. Ambassador Khachatryan outlined Armenia’s vision for the conference, focusing on ensuring broad and meaningful participation of all stakeholders in biodiversity-related discussions.

Khachatryan also briefed the French side on the establishment of peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan, underlining the importance of its further consolidation.

News.Az