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10, 2011
President Nicolas Sarkozy sent a letter to President Serzh Sargsyan
The President of France Nicolas Sarkozy sent a letter to President Serzh Sargsyan which states:
“Mr. President,
I would like to express my cordial thanks for the exceptional reception that was extended to me during my state visit to Armenia which I had the honor and pleasure to conduct on October 6 and 7.
My state visit first and foremost is memorable for the emotions that overwhelmed me at the Genocide Memorial, where I paid tribute to the victims of the capital crime perpetrated against Your people on April 24, 1915. Please be assured that France will be relentless in its commitment as long as the massacres have not been duly recognized by the descendants of those who had perpetrated the crime.
I am happy that the visit provided the opportunity to assure the Armenian people of France’s sincere gratitude for everything that those who had escaped the Genocide gave to France, contributing to the shaping of the image of France, right up to amalgamating with it.
I have equally emotional memories of the enthusiasm that engulfed the France Square and which was a manifestation of such a close friendship of our two nations enrooted in history and forged in the calamities of the last century. I would also like to assure you that France views Armenia as its friend and sister.
Please, have no doubt that France is unfalteringly stands by Your side to conquer the challenges that Your country faces first of all, on the road toward the resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict through negotiations. At fateful for Your country moments, You have been able to prove Your courage and sense of responsibility which are admirable. I am confident that should it be necessary You will be able to assume the risk of peace in the name of Your country and for the benefit of the region, making by that Your imprint on Armenia’s future.
Now, we have to define prospects outlined during our meetings so that programs which will further strengthen our friendship are implemented. Rest assured that France will sincerely and unequivocally work toward their implementation.
I wish Armenia a well-deserved peaceful and prosperous future. I also wish that Your mission of the leader of the country is crowned with the success which You are truly worthy of.
Please accept, distinguished Mr. President, dear Serzh, the assurances of my deepest esteem and my most profound friendship.”
“Mr. President,
I would like to express my cordial thanks for the exceptional reception that was extended to me during my state visit to Armenia which I had the honor and pleasure to conduct on October 6 and 7.
My state visit first and foremost is memorable for the emotions that overwhelmed me at the Genocide Memorial, where I paid tribute to the victims of the capital crime perpetrated against Your people on April 24, 1915. Please be assured that France will be relentless in its commitment as long as the massacres have not been duly recognized by the descendants of those who had perpetrated the crime.
I am happy that the visit provided the opportunity to assure the Armenian people of France’s sincere gratitude for everything that those who had escaped the Genocide gave to France, contributing to the shaping of the image of France, right up to amalgamating with it.
I have equally emotional memories of the enthusiasm that engulfed the France Square and which was a manifestation of such a close friendship of our two nations enrooted in history and forged in the calamities of the last century. I would also like to assure you that France views Armenia as its friend and sister.
Please, have no doubt that France is unfalteringly stands by Your side to conquer the challenges that Your country faces first of all, on the road toward the resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict through negotiations. At fateful for Your country moments, You have been able to prove Your courage and sense of responsibility which are admirable. I am confident that should it be necessary You will be able to assume the risk of peace in the name of Your country and for the benefit of the region, making by that Your imprint on Armenia’s future.
Now, we have to define prospects outlined during our meetings so that programs which will further strengthen our friendship are implemented. Rest assured that France will sincerely and unequivocally work toward their implementation.
I wish Armenia a well-deserved peaceful and prosperous future. I also wish that Your mission of the leader of the country is crowned with the success which You are truly worthy of.
Please accept, distinguished Mr. President, dear Serzh, the assurances of my deepest esteem and my most profound friendship.”