COOPERATION BETWEEN ARMENIA AND AFGHANISTAN PLANNED

Today newly appointed Afghan Ambassador to Armenia Ahmad Zia Masud (residence in Moscow) handed Armenian President Robert Kocharian his credentials. In the course of the conversation the parties hoped for further stimulation of bilateral relations, especially in the field of economy, taking into account the needs of Afghanistan regarding implementation of rehabilitation programs in the country. The Ambassador said participation of Armenian companies in the economy of Afghanistan was desirable. He believes that the development of the Armenian-Afghan relations will promote security and stability in the region. The need for both countries to become familiar with each other’s abilities, to activate contacts was noted.