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10, 2011

Serzh Sargsyan met in Moscow met with the benefactors who have assisted in the construction of the new compound of the Armenian Apostolic Church

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President Serzh Sargsyan, who is the Russian Federation on a state visit, tonight met in Moscow with the benefactors who have assisted in the construction of the new compound of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Noting, that the Armenian-Russian strategic partnership, which is in the interests of our two countries and is built on a solid historical base, has been developing dynamically. The President of Armenia underlined that the partnership is aimed into future and is equally beneficial for the peoples of Armenia and Russia. “Among the most important players in the multifaceted structure of the Armenian-Russian relations, it is impossible of overlook the input which has been made and continues to be made by the Armenian-Russian community. It is no accident that Russia is our leading trade partner while Russian businessmen are the main investors in our economy. The Armenian-Russian entrepreneurs are a key factor behind these numbers and achievements.

Dear Compatriots,

Today, your community is the largest Armenian entity residing outside our Motherland – Armenia. The newly constructed Armenian Saint Cross Cathedral brings its blessings not only to the Armenians of Russia but also to the capital of the country which has become a dear home for the largest Armenian community,” President Serzh Sargsyan said in his remarks addressed to the participants of the meeting.

On behalf of the Armenian people and his own behalf, Serzh Sargsyan expressed his deep gratitude to the Armenian community of Russia, noting that because of its human potential, collective power and boundless energy the community is important and indispensable for Armenia.

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