YEREVAN. – President of France Francois Hollande will attend events dedicated to the centennial anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in Yerevan, French Ambassador to Armenia Jean-François Charpentier said.

The diplomat recalled that the President informed about his intention to attend the events last spring during his visit to Yerevan. The Embassy is engaged in preparations for the visit.

Francois Hollande will lead the delegation of 100-120 comprising also journalists and representatives of the Armenian community of France. The Ambassador said the main message of Hollande’s visit will be commemoration and respect for the killed.