JAVIER SOLANA CONGRATULATES SERGE SARGSYAN ON ASSUMING OFFICE

armradio.am
09.04.2008 15:43

The Secretary General of the Council of the European Union, EU High
Commissioner Javier Solana congratulated Serge Sargsyan on assuming
the office of the President of the Republic of Armenia. The message
says, in part

"Dear President, Let me congratulate you on assuming the office of
the President of the Republic of Armenia. I wish you success in your
responsible position.

The European Union has been closely watching the post-election
developments after February 19 and is aware of all the problems you
face from the moment of assuming office. At the same time, we welcome
your calls for cooperation in the transition period.

The European Union is reaady to support you in the process of
overcoming these challenges. We continue the independent investigation
of the post-election events and follow the process of releasing
the arrested politicians, the open dialogue with the opposition,
as well as attach importance to the restoration of full freedom as
a component of raising trust.

I hope our relations will continue developing in the future."