Armenia`s cooperation with Fanrophonie gets new impetus - Armenian FM

ArmInfo. Francophonie Day once again reminds us that language is not just a means of communication, but a bridge that unites peoples, strengthening mutual respect and  friendship. This is stated in the message of the head of the Armenian  MFA Ararat Mirzoyan on the occasion of Francophonie Day.

"According to the long-standing tradition, on March 20, we celebrate  International Francophonie Day.  Thanks to the efforts of the state  structures of Armenia, communities, embassies of French-speaking  countries, French-speaking NGOs, universities, schools, theaters,  libraries and cultural centers, hundreds of events will be held  throughout the country honoring the French language and uniting  around the values that nourish Francophonie: cultural diversity,  peace, democracy and human rights," the Armenian Minister noted.

Mirzoyan emphasized that in recent years, our cooperation with the  International Organization of Francophonie (OIF) has received new  impetus.

"Armenia attaches particular importance to the implementation of the  provisions of the declaration and other documents adopted during the  OIF summit in Villers-Cote - this important meeting of heads of  state, with the aim of promoting the strengthening of linguistic and  cultural diversity, enhancing the role of youth, as well as the  speedy resolution of conflicts and strengthening peace in the  French-speaking region," he added.

At the same time, he emphasized that Armenia is already preparing  with great enthusiasm for the 10th International Sports and Cultural  Games of Francophonie, which the country will host in Yerevan from  July 23 to August 1, 2027.

"This exceptional event will not only strengthen our friendly ties  with French-speaking countries, but will also make a great  contribution to the dissemination and strengthening of the French  language in Armenia.

I wish a good start to the next two months of Francophonie in Armenia  and wish all French-speakers and bearers of the values of  Francophonie both in our country and around the world a good mood and  many memorable moments," he concluded.

On March 14, the official start was given to the festive events that  will be held in the country as part of the two-month Francophonie.  The events will be held both in Yerevan and in the regions of the  country.