September 22, 2005 - 13:38 AMT
OSKANIAN AND SCOTT DISCUSSED PROSPECTS OF ARMENIA-CALIFORNIA RELATIONS
Today Armenian FM Vartan Oskanian met with California Senator Jack Scott, reported the Armenian MFA Press Service. In the course of the meeting the parties discussed prospects of development of Armenia-California relations, noting the importance of visits of politicians, as well as contacts between businessmen and ordinary citizens. The Armenian FM appreciated Senator's personal contribution to the opening of the Trade Center in California, as well as recognition of the Armenian Genocide by the State. In his turn J. Scott assured he will continue active participation in the solving of the Armenian issue. The Senator is sure that the opening of the Trade Center will bridge Armenian and American nations. He remarked that besides Armenia the Center will comprise neighboring states.