On May 24 Hranush Hakobyan, Chairwoman of the NA Standing Committee on Science, Education, Culture and Youth Affairs met with Dominique Souchet, President of Sport Union of Vandea, France and Francois Bon, Vice-President of the Committee on Culture, Economy and Tourism.

It was mentioned that the purpose of the mission is to discuss events program within the framework of the Armenian year in Vandea, France. Possibilities of cooperation between two countries in the sphere of economy, tourism were specified. Mr. Dominique Souchet informed that for the first time Armenian art pieces will be exhibited in Vandea, and the purpose of the regional union is to carry the art to rural areas.

According to Hranush Hakobyan, there are many common interests of cooperation in the spheres of culture, education and science. Mrs. Hakobyan highlighted the export of agricultural goods to France, the continuity of cultural programs. Greeting the existence of sister cities it was mentioned that there are still things to be done in the sphere of culture and economy. It was mentioned that several Armenian teachers had trainings in France last year, and students will go to France to study this year. While talking about legislation, Mrs. Hakobyan noted that the French experience has been studied and used for many times. Referring to new European Union programme, Mrs. Hakobyan noted that the Armenian development programs are oriented towards Europe. Mrs. Hakobyan highly evaluated the French political attitude toward Armenian Genocide issue. The French guests highlighted implementing reforms in the country and inquired about some provisions of Constitution.

Other issues of mutual interests were also discussed during the meeting.