US Senate resolution affirmation of progress in relations with Serbia

Belgrade, April 24, 2010 (Serbia Today) – Deputy Prime Minister for EU integration Bozidar Djelic stated today that a resolution passed by the United States Senate acknowledging Serbia’s efforts to integrate into Europe and the global community is an affirmation of the progress made in relations between the United States and Serbia. Djelic, who is visiting the United States, stated to the Tanjug news agency that the United States Senate passed a resolution yesterday which congratulates Serbia for submitting its application for EU candidacy and calls on the European Council to adopt a clear policy towards this request in a timely fashion. The resolution states that the United States views the EU as a source of stability, security and prosperity for Europe and the entire world, therefore Brussels is encouraged to continue its cooperation with all Western Balkan countries regarding their European integration process, said Djelic. This resolution, initiated by a group of highly influential and esteemed senators, will greatly contribute to the strengthening of relations between the United States and Serbia, said the Minister. Djelic said that the resolution affirms that the United States believes that Serbia has established full cooperation with the Hague tribunal and calls for the extradition of the two remaining indictees.