YEREVAN.- President of Austria Heinz Fischer said his official visit to Armenia met expectations.

During a press conference in Yerevan, Fischer said he had interest in Armenia long ago. Being a schoolchild Fischer read Franz Werfel’s “The Forty Days of Musa Dagh” novel (dedicated to the Armenian Genocide – ed.).

Austrian leader said at the university he got familiar with the history of Armenia, pointing out the role of Anastas Mikoyan in the government of the USSR.

Fischer said he is happy to have a chance to get familiarized with Armenia’s cultural heritage tomorrow.

 “Austria has good skiers, while Armenia – good chess players,” he emphasized.

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