Owing to democracy and rapid economic development Armenia may have a much more integrated future, Finnish President Tarja Halonen stated. «Finland and the EU are interested in all of the region and Armenia has got a good opportunity to promote relations with Finland and the EU. Armenia has a European history in many respects,» she stated. «The European Neighborhood Policy can be a move forward. Each country in the region is an interesting partner to the EU and it depends on you how this interest is realized,» T. Halonen remarked. «Armenia has a rich history, you experienced hardships as well, however you may have a better future if you are active and strongly develop economy, human rights, rule of law and good administration. Thus, I call you to examine the opportunities the European Neighborhood Policy provides for,» she stated. Touching upon the prospects of settlement of the Nagorno Karabakh issue, T. Halonen remarked, «I consider the fact that presidential election in Armenia was held in 2003 and the next will take place in 2008 a very important fact. I hope you will use the time left till the next election and will try to solve the conflict. You should inspire yourself to make decisions and move forward,» reported Mediamax.