"Children are the future of the state. Armenia is a country with rich past and it needs deserving future," stated world-famous singer of Armenian origin Charles Aznavour speaking at the charity concert for Armenian children in Paris Garnier Opera Theatre organized in the framework of Armenian Year in France. Presidents Robert Kocharian and Jacques Chirac, first ladies of both countries Bernadette Chirac and Bella Kocharian, as well as high ranking officials of both countries, including French Defense Minister Michel Alo-Mari, Environment Minister Nelly Olin, Minister of Culture and Communications Renaud Donnedieu de Vabres, as well as Armenian Ambassador to France Eduard Nalbandian were present at the charity concert. The means from the concert will be directed to children in Armenia who need operation.

Vou Snous Ils French agency reports that at the concert "Charles Aznavour and friends" alongside with famous French singers an Armenian children chorus song on the same stage. According to the source, in the framework of Armenian Year in France about 30 French towns will accept children from Armenia, who will try to learn French language. The measure is organized with the help of French Ministry of Education, IA Regnum reports.