Athens News Agency: News in English, 00-07-08

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From: The Athens News Agency at <http://www.ana.gr/>

CONTENTS

[01] Russia - Greece - NATO

[02] Albania - Piraeus Bank - Branch

[01] Russia - Greece - NATO

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

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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