YEREVAN. – President Serzh Sargsyan on Monday attended the official opening of the trade fair, entitled “Made in Armenia.”

“This exposition enables the producers of Armenia and Artsakh [(Nagorno-Karabakh Republic/NKR)] to display our [i.e. the Armenians’] economic strength by combining efforts,” Acting Minister of Economy of Armenia Artsvik Minasyan said in his opening remarks at the event. “And this is the economic ‘military parade’ ahead of the 25th anniversary of the independence of Armenia.

“By demonstrating the potential of our producers, we are able to send several clear messages. First, [no matter] what external and internal challenges are on the rise, our producers are able to create, [and] create goods, products corresponding to international competitiveness.

“The second message is addressed to us all, including the [Armenian] diaspora. The acquisition and use of quality Armenian products enables to strengthen the economy of our country.

“[And] the third message is addressed to both foreign and domestic investors. By investing in the economy of Armenia, you can multiply your investments, your profits.”