September 7, 2009 - 19:24 AMT
Development of Armenian-Syrian ties is especially important in crisis time
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan has today received Syrian Trade Minister Amer Hosni Lutfi and his delegation, RA Governments press service reports.
Welcoming his guests, Premier stressed the importance of developing economic cooperation, especially in crisis time. In that context, Mr. Sargsyan noted that during Syrian President's visit to Armenia parties singled out the spheres requiring joint programs. In the meantime, Premier assured that Government had consistent attitude to implementation of agreements and joint programs.
Amer Hosni in turn passed to Tigran Sargsyan Syrian Primer Minister's greetings and invitation for visiting Syria.
Fifth session of Armenian-Syrian intergovernmental committee focused on development of bilateral economic cooperation, particularly, in spheres of trade, experience exchange and banking and investments. Participants also stressed the importance of mutual visits by entrepreneurs.