Outgoing President Robert Kocharian held a farewell meeting with the leaders of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Defense and Justice as well as with Police and National Security chiefs, the President's press office reported.

Mr Kochraian thanked all for joint work and their personal contribution to the state building process.

"You head the structures responsible for security and international image of the republic. You have fulfilled all tasks you were charged with but there is still a great deal of work to do," he said.

In conclusion, the outgoing President wished the officials every success in the name of security of the nation and country. "Armenia has a bright future. And the new President has every possibility for efficient government," he said.