Post by VMRO on Nov 8, 2004 1:50:19 GMT -5
Gruevski welcomes US recognition
Skopje, November 4 (MIA) - VMRO-DPMNE leader Nikola Gruevski welcomed Thursday USA's recognition of the Republic of Macedonia under its constitutional name, expressing gratitude for this step to the administration of US President, George Bush.
"I believe that this recognition comes as a result of the long-standing efforts of all Macedonian citizens, the perseverance and unity they have shown. Through this, we see that the real strength is in the unity", Gruevski stressed.
"This is an end to a huge mistake, made at the beginning of the 1990ies and the acceptance of the interim name 'Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia'", VMRO-DPMNE leader added.
He emphasized the need for continuation of the activities for building of good international position of Macedonia, but also strengthening of the friendly and partnership relations with a large number of states.
On occasion of Macedonia's recognition under its constitutional name by the USA, Gruevski once again expressed gratitude to all former governments, late President Boris Trajkovski and Ambassador Nikola Dimitrov.
Skopje, November 4 (MIA) - VMRO-DPMNE leader Nikola Gruevski welcomed Thursday USA's recognition of the Republic of Macedonia under its constitutional name, expressing gratitude for this step to the administration of US President, George Bush.
"I believe that this recognition comes as a result of the long-standing efforts of all Macedonian citizens, the perseverance and unity they have shown. Through this, we see that the real strength is in the unity", Gruevski stressed.
"This is an end to a huge mistake, made at the beginning of the 1990ies and the acceptance of the interim name 'Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia'", VMRO-DPMNE leader added.
He emphasized the need for continuation of the activities for building of good international position of Macedonia, but also strengthening of the friendly and partnership relations with a large number of states.
On occasion of Macedonia's recognition under its constitutional name by the USA, Gruevski once again expressed gratitude to all former governments, late President Boris Trajkovski and Ambassador Nikola Dimitrov.