YEREVAN. – The U.S. want to support Armenia in becoming a democratic, prosperous country with western system of values, US Ambassador to Armenia John Heffern said on Monday delivering a speech on the 20th anniversary of Armenian – US relations.

According to the envoy, unlike in the past when the US aid was mainly humanitarian, now the country is going to support the efforts of the states which have the same system of values. The ambassador mentioned that even though the US is a strong country it would not be able to reach anything alone. They have achieved things only by sharing experience with others.

The ambassador reminded Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan’s statement saying Armenia is moving towards introducing the western system of values, economy and all spheres of public life.

The ambassador pointed out that Armenia is trying to conduct reforms based on that system of values.

The Ambassador also expressed hope that the upcoming parliamentary elections on May 6 will be fair and fair, and will contribute to further development of Armenian – US relations. The ambassador also mentioned that those who want to build democracy should not limit themselves with mere announcements.