French Minister: Emmanuel Macron places a great emphasis on open and regular contacts with Azerbaijani President

French President Emmanuel Macron places a great emphasis on open and regular contacts with the Azerbaijani President, said Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs of the French Republic, Catherine Colonna, as she was received by President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Report informs, citing AZERTAC.

France strives for peace, economic and social development in the South Caucasus region, and this had always been this country`s aim, the French Minister stated.

The minister noted that France attaches huge importance to the relations both on a bilateral basis and within the European Union, adding there is great potential in this direction.