October 10, 2000 - 20:28 AMT
ARMENIA IS THE MOST ORGANIZED COUNTRY IN THE REGION, STATES PRESIDENT KOCHARIAN
10.10.2000, MEDIAMAX, YEREVAN. Armenia is today the most organized country in the region, and she can be attractive for Norwegian investors. The President of Armenia Robert Kocharian stated this today at the meeting with the Ambassador of the Norwegian Kingdom to Armenia, Olvind Nordslett (residence in Moscow), who presented his credentials to the president of Armenia, was reported to MEDIAMAX in the press office of the president of the country.
The Norwegian diplomat stated that Norway is ready to develop a political dialogue and economic cooperation with Armenia. President Kocharian voiced his hope that the Ambassador of Norway will promote the intensification of relations between the two nations. He noted that the European direction is a priority in the foreign policy of Armenia. "Our country strives to integrate into European structures and is ready to become a European country in all aspects", stressed Robert Kocharian.
The Norwegian Ambassador stated that Norway absolutely supports Armenia's accession to the Council of Europe. -0-