YEREVAN. - Way of strengthening the independent state traversed by Armenia in 20 years must fill our hearts with pride, said Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan at the meeting with representatives of Miasin youth movement on Lake Sevan.

Independence by itself gave Armenia a lot, primarily a state, which serves for the interests of the Armenian people, noted Sargsyan.

“This is the most valuable thing. Of course, there are difficulties and problems to overcome. Maybe people, who do not hold public office today, will serve their country better. But that is not important. What is important that our state serves the interests of our people,” added the president.

Among the most precious achievements of the independent state Serzh Sargsyan mentioned the National Army, which completely fulfilled its duties.

Another important achievement he mentioned is representation in all key international organizations.

"This means that perhaps not so fast, but we are still moving in the same direction of development that the developed states," said Sargsyan.