French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin has sent a message of congratulations to Serzh Sargsyan on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia, the RA Government Press Office reports. Dominique de Villepin's message in particular says, " I congratulate you on your appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia. I am sure you will strengthen the work of your predecessor and continue to direct Armenia through the way of economic and political reforms with the same determination."

German Chancellor Angela Merkel also has sent a message of congratulations. The message says, "Dear Mr. Prime Minister, I congratulate you on your appointment in this higher post from the bottom of my heart and wish you all the best and success. I am sure Armenia will continue reforms in democracy, formation of jural state and strengthening market economy. The German government will assist Armenia in this way as much as possible."