Athens News Agency: News in English, 00-07-08
CONTENTS
[01] Russia - Greece - NATO
[02] Albania - Piraeus Bank - Branch
[01] Russia - Greece - NATO
08/07/2000 18:16:44
MOSCOW (ANA) Greek Defence Minister Akis Tsohatzopoulos on Saturday
reiterated his support for a NATO expansion into SE Europe, saying
Greece has eagerly backed membership for Romania, Bulgaria and
Slovenia.
Tsohatzopoulos made the remarks following the conclusion of his
three-day official visit to Moscow, complete with talks with new
Russian leader Vladimir Putin and his counterpart Igor Sergeevic.
The Greek minister cited still-simmering conflicts in the Balkans and
the associated security concerns as a primary reason why the alliance
should expand in the region.
[02] Albania - Piraeus Bank - Branch
08/07/2000 18:14:34
GJIROKASTER, Albania (ANA) Piraeus Banks subsidiary in Albania, Tirana
Bank, on Friday opened its fourth branch in the country, with a new
outlet inaugurated in Gjirokaster, a key southern town and a hub for
Greek-Albanian trade.
According to executives of the private Greek commercial bank, some US$
10 million has been invested so far in Albania to establish Tirana
Banks branches. Bank officials said a total of 10 branches will operate
in Albania within the next six months.
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