Monday, 5 May 2008
Congratulatory messages keep coming in on the appointment of Tigran Sargsyan as Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia. NATO Secretary-General Jaap de Hoop Scheffer wrote in his message:
"I take this opportunity to congratulate you on your appointment as Prime Minister of Armenia and wish you every success with the discharge of your new duties.
The NATO and Armenia have been involved in sustained cooperation in the field of international security as evidenced by Armenia's valuable contribution to NATO's commitment in Kosovo. We pursue close cooperation and a political dialog under the Individual Partnership Action Plan (IPAP) with a view to reforming your defense system and strengthening democratic institutions in Armenia.
You assumed office in difficult and challenging times for your country, and I hope that by building on the present achievements and by maintaining the momentum of reforms implemented under the Individual Partnership Action Plan, we will manage to further strengthen the cooperation in a variety of spheres.
In order to assist Armenia along the path of reforms, I look forward to working with you on different issues and hope to meet you in the near future."
The congratulations message sent by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon states in part:
"I extend to you my congratulations on your appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia and wish you every success with the discharge of your new duties.
During the past few months, the people of Armenia confirmed its desire to strengthen democratic institutions in your country in a bid to achieve prosperity and social equality. I am convinced that under your guidance the government of Armenia will meet its goals through democratization and implementation of social and economic programs.
I look forward to close cooperation with your government and yourself with a view to developing the regional cooperation in South Caucasus.
Rest assured that the whole body of the United Nations will join me in an effort to support you along this path."
On behalf of the Italian cabinet, Chairman of Council of Ministers of Italy Romano Prodi congratulated Tigran Sargsyan on his appointment to the post of RA Prime Minister. His message states in part:
"On behalf of the Government of Italy and myself, please accept my most sincere congratulations on your appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia.
I am confident that the excellent relationship between our two countries will be given further opportunities for development in the political, economic and cultural spheres.
I wish you personal well-being and every success in this new post of high trust."
