Interfax, Russia
April 10 2009

Armenia has no plans to join NATO – Sargsyan

YEREVAN April 10

Armenia does not have the goal to become a NATO member, President
Serzh Sargsyan told a news conference on Friday.

"Armenia’s foreign policy agenda does not include the issue of
membership in NATO. But, at the same time, cooperation with NATO is an
element of Armenia’s security," Sargsyan said.

"We have good relations with NATO. We cooperate as part of our
individual partnership program. Our relationship will continue to
deepen," the Armenian president said.

Relations between Russia and Armenia proceed at a high level in all
areas, he said.

"I am pleased that we have such relations with Russia. I am glad that
our only future is further development. I am also glad that Russia is
our strategic partner. Any country can be proud of such a partner," he
added.