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Congressional Record: September 21, 2006 (Extensions)]
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ARMENIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY REMARKS
HON. SCOTT GARRETT
of new jersey
in the house of representatives
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, today marks the 15th
anniversary of the independence of Armenia. On this day in 1991,
Armenia was finally given the opportunity for self-rule for the first
time in centuries. After suffering under harsh rule of the Turks,
who attempted to slaughter them, and then the Soviets, who imprisoned
them and persecuted them for their Christian beliefs, Armenia is now
heading for a bright future filled with liberty and economic growth.
After decades of stagnation under the failed communist economic system,
Armenia now ranks as the 27th most economically free nation in the
world. A member of the World Trade Organization, Armenia is working
through the World Bank and International Monetary Fund to grow its
economy. I have strong faith that Armenia will continue to grow
despite the harsh embargoes of its neighbors in Georgia and Turkey.
Armenia is justifiably proud of its deep cultural roots that go back
to the dawn of recorded civilization. Ninety-nine percent of Armenians
are literate and they have preserved both a distinct language and
alphabet. Located in the shadow of the famed Mt. Ararat, Armenia's
growing tourist industry prides itself on the nation's fascinating
history.
Armenian-Americans are contributing to the development of their
homeland by investing and promoting the nation on the international
stage. Today is a great day for them and their homeland. I congratulate
Armenia on 15 years of freedom and progress and trust that our nations
will grow even closer in the future as we seek to promote liberty
around the world.
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[DOCID:cr21se06-72]
ARMENIAN INDEPENDENCE DAY REMARKS
HON. SCOTT GARRETT
of new jersey
in the house of representatives
Thursday, September 21, 2006
Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, today marks the 15th
anniversary of the independence of Armenia. On this day in 1991,
Armenia was finally given the opportunity for self-rule for the first
time in centuries. After suffering under harsh rule of the Turks,
who attempted to slaughter them, and then the Soviets, who imprisoned
them and persecuted them for their Christian beliefs, Armenia is now
heading for a bright future filled with liberty and economic growth.
After decades of stagnation under the failed communist economic system,
Armenia now ranks as the 27th most economically free nation in the
world. A member of the World Trade Organization, Armenia is working
through the World Bank and International Monetary Fund to grow its
economy. I have strong faith that Armenia will continue to grow
despite the harsh embargoes of its neighbors in Georgia and Turkey.
Armenia is justifiably proud of its deep cultural roots that go back
to the dawn of recorded civilization. Ninety-nine percent of Armenians
are literate and they have preserved both a distinct language and
alphabet. Located in the shadow of the famed Mt. Ararat, Armenia's
growing tourist industry prides itself on the nation's fascinating
history.
Armenian-Americans are contributing to the development of their
homeland by investing and promoting the nation on the international
stage. Today is a great day for them and their homeland. I congratulate
Armenia on 15 years of freedom and progress and trust that our nations
will grow even closer in the future as we seek to promote liberty
around the world.