A delegation of the Republic of Abkhazia headed by President Aslan Bzhania paid a three-day official visit to South Ossetia, timed to coincide with the 13th anniversary of Georgia's attack on South Ossetia. Official negotiations of the leaders of the two republics took place in Tskhinval, as well as a meeting in an expanded format, based on their results, the parties agreed to develop cooperation in all areas.
Bzhania took part in the commemorative actions, visited the memorial to the Defenders of the Fatherland. On Sunday, President of Abkhazia visited the remote Leningor district.
Since Monday morning, on the central square of Tskhinval, in front of the building of the Presidential Executive Office l, the state flags of the two countries were fluttering, and a guard of honor was lined up in honor of the guest. Aslan Bzhania was seen off by President of the Republic Anatoly Bibilov and other officials.
In memory of the first official visit, President of Abkhazia was presented an album with photographs from the meetings and events that were taking place with his participation for three days.
Results of the visit
The Head of State Anatoly Bibilov has expressed confidence that all plans outlined during the visit will be implemented.
"During the negotiations, we discussed all possible directions for the development of relations between the republics, we also shared our experience of the financial and tax component. We paid great attention to the issues of economic development. During the negotiations, the question of the possibility of reviving the "Ossetia" sanatorium in Abkhazia was also raised. It would be nice if the residents of South Ossetia could have a rest there in summer and improve their health.
Since the range of issues discussed is very large, it is necessary to exchange experience in important areas. Joint activities between our structures, including military exercises, are not excluded, especially since an agreement on military cooperation has already been signed, " Bibilov said.
President of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania has noted that the events of August 2008 in South Ossetia showed the whole world that Russia does not leave its friends in trouble.
“The world, unfortunately, has not become more humane and we need to share experience and information. In fact, we are experiencing many similar problems and a common approach. This is a more likely chance for solving these problems. Anatoly Ilyich was talking about the problems he faced, and I got the feeling that he was talking about the Abkhaz history. We have a lot in common, so we were discussing how to use our interaction more effectively to solve the above problems, "Bzhania said.
