High-ranking European officials give assurances that the Eastern Partnership, which was inaugurated in Prague on May 7, 2009, remains one of the priorities of the European family.

Catherine Margaret Ashton, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, has repeatedly stated her three priority tasks, one of them being to establish peace and stability in the region, Štefan Füle, Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy, stated in his interview with RFE/RL. He pointed out that no important role can be played in international life as long as neighbors do not see the results of policy.

According to him, human rights is the priority in the negotiations with Armenia. During his visit Štefan Füle called on the political leaders to reform the election system and expedite the settlement of problems caused by the latest presidential election, which will bring national accord and allow society to realize its potential.

Brussels promises serious financial assistance and a free economic zone to its European partners in exchange for reforms. Entry visas will also become available to the partner countries.

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