The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, today in Villa Biljana in Ohrid received representatives of the French Film Festival, which this year celebrates its 5th jubilee edition. The meeting was also attended by the Vice-President of Lower Normandy region, Ms. Corinne Ferret.

President Ivanov sent cordial greetings to the organizers of the festival, highlighting his pleasure of holding one of the most prestigious French film events in Macedonia which has already become a tradition.

The President also applauded on the cooperation in many fields with the Lower Normandy region, which, as he emphasized, is a confirmation of the commitment of our country to the Francophone values, and for the attention both sides devote to the development of close relations and cooperation between Macedonia and France.

Signing the agreement on cooperation between the Ministry of Local Government of the Republic of Macedonia and the region of Lower Normandy, France, by the Minister for Local Government, Nevzat Bejta and the Vice President of Lower Normandy region, Corinne Ferret, the President assessed as yet another real step and contribution to the enhancement of cooperation and approximation of the cultures, values, ideas and ideals.

Cordial greetings were sent up to this year’s French Film Festival laureate, Mr. Jacques Doillon, a longtime present and recognized film artist, author of more than 30 films and winner of numerous festival awards.