Armenia and France are set to sign a strategic partnership agreement in early May, announced Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Vahan Kostanyan during a Public TV broadcast.

Kostanyan stated that the signing will take place during French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit to Armenia, The Caspian Post reports, citing Armenian media.

"President Emmanuel Macron will pay a state visit to Armenia. We have a broad agenda aimed at deepening Armenia-France relations. During this visit, the two sides will sign a document on strategic partnership," Kostanyan stated.

He clarified that, in addition to the strategic partnership agreement, several other cooperation accords are expected, including in the field of military-technical collaboration.

French President Emmanuel Macron will arrive in Armenia on May 4 for a two-day official visit. During the visit, high-level meetings are planned, including with Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, as well as participation in the European Political Community summit.