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President Serzh Sargsyan received today U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

According to presidential press office, welcoming the guest, the President in particular said,

“Indeed, you are always a desirable guest in Armenia. This year, we mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with the United States, and I am happy that we can state that during these 20 years our relations progressed and today are at the highest historical level. Certainly, the ties between our peoples have a deeper history, and I am happy that we can state today that the ties between our peoples, the large Armenian community of the United States as well as the ideas of freedom, justice and democracy contributed to the establishment of good relations between our countries.

I am happy that our relations are built on mutual respect and confidence, and we can always sincerely discuss any issue interesting either side. We highly assess the role of the United States in our region.

Once again, I want to thank you for the assistance of the United States to Armenia during these 20 years. You are welcome.”

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said,

“Mister President, it is an honor for me to be here again in a year when we mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our countries. The United States closely cooperated with Armenia in the past 20 years. We place a high value on partnership with Armenia, and continue assisting the development of Armenia, Armenian people and its growing prosperity.

Both me and President Obama highly assess our communications with you. We have had many conversations, and, as you noted, they were very sincere, which is typical of friendship. And I know that you worked diligently to find a solution to regional problems concerning Armenia. So, we expect to continue our dialogue. The United States is ready to assist with your continuous activities as a good leader.

Of course, I am happy to enjoy sunny weather in Yerevan, and so are all the Americans who travel with me.”