Armenia President congratulates Trump, eyes cooperation

PanARMENIAN.Net - President Serzh Sargsyan on Wednesday, November 9 sent a congratulatory message to the President-Elect of the United States Donald Trump, assuring him of continued friendship and support Armenia has to offer.

"The American people have enthusiastically voted in support of your outstanding leadership qualities, your experience and vision, thus entrusting you with the honorable responsibility to lead the nation. I have no doubt, that under your leadership the United States will achieve further progress and advancement in the years to come," Sargsyan said.

"As the United States and Armenia prepare to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations, I seize this opportunity to express my gratitude for the substantial support extended by the United States over the last quarter century to help Armenia build democratic institutions and strengthen its economy.

"In Armenia we highly value the important role the U.S. has played as a Co-chair of the OSCE Minsk Group for reaching a settlement ff the Nagorno Karabakh conflict.

"I am confident that under your presidency, the close Armenia-U.S. partnership would continue to develop dynamically expanding and reaching new heights in diverse areas. I also believe that we can continue to count on the active engagement of the Armenian-American community.

As you embark upon your new responsibilities, I would like to assure you and the people of the United States of our continued friendship and sympathy and wish you utmost success in leading your country and the American people to progress and prosperity."

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