MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA
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PRESS AND INFORMATION DEPARTMENT
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Yerevan 0010, Republic of Armenia
Telephone: +37410. 544041 ext 202
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PRESS RELEASE

24-08-2006

Minister Oskanian Meets with Jon Huntsman

On August 23, Minister Oskanian received a delegation headed by
philanthropist and entrepreneur Jon Huntsman, head of the US-based
Huntsman Corporation.

After welcoming guests, Minister Oskanian underscored with appreciation
the assistance provided to the Armenian people during the years since
the earthquake, by Jon Huntsman, his family and his corporation.

While Mr. Huntsman spoke of his impressions about the positive
changes he saw in Armenia, he also spoke about their future plans,
specifically regarding the opening of a cancer hospital and college
scholarships for United States education.

Minister Oskanian accompanied Mr. Huntsman to Gyumri in order to
visit the school and the residences which the Huntsman Foundation
had made possible.