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NEWS FROM MARSEILLE

YEREVAN, JULY 6, ARMENPRESS: An Armenian “Cilicia” sailing-vessel
replicated from medieval vessels of the Cilician Armenian kingdom weighted
anchors in French port of Marseille on July 3 and was welcomed by Armenian
ambassador to France, Edward Nalbandian, Marseille mayor, members of the
local senate and parliament, and Armenians.
Ambassador Nalbandian said Marseille has always been a friendly
destination for Armenians. The vessel will continue its voyage today. In
another news from France, Armenian foreign ministry said representatives
from around 50 Armenian organizations in Marseille area gathered together on
July 2 to discuss preparations for Armenian Year in France that will start
officially next year.
Ambassador Nalbandian addressed the gathering and spoke about the main
direction of an extensive set of events. The ministry said discussions
brought forward many proposals, remarks and suggestions about how to better
organize the events. It said these proposals will be conveyed to an Armenian
government commission set up to steer the event.