02/06/2010
ATHENS, Greece -- Serbia should join the EU as soon as possible, Greek President Karolos Papoulias said on Tuesday (June 1st), after meeting with Serbian counterpart Boris Tadic in Athens. Papoulias stressed that Greece will continue to support Belgrade in its membership bid. He also reiterated that efforts aimed at resolving Kosovo's status must continue, in accordance with both with international law with respect for Serbia's territorial integrity. He and Tadic also discussed Greece's economic crisis, with Tadic expressing Serbia's solidarity. He added that many Serb tourists plan to spend their summer holidays in Greece, providing a "small contribution to revive its economy". (Kathimerini, Tanjug, B92, ANA-MPA - 01/06/10)
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