GOLD: SUMMIT AN OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD SRPSKA - USA RELATIONS

BANJA LUKA, MAY 28 /SRNA/ – The European Summit on Economy and Security in Banja Luka represents an opportunity to build relations between Republika Srpska and the United States, Eli Gold, President of the Gold Institute for International Strategy, told the press.

Expressing satisfaction that the summit is being held in Banja Luka, Gold said before the event that today’s meeting is a very important opportunity to build dialogue and relations with numerous countries. Gold emphasized that in today’s world, partnerships and alliances are extremely important in building relations, particularly in Banja Luka and the Balkans, which are "very important areas from both economic and security perspectives." "This is an opportunity for us to build relations between the United States and Republika Srpska - an important opportunity as we develop that relationship and as we maintain our presence here in the region. This is an opportunity for us to truly see results in something that brings greater stability to Europe, the Balkans, and also the United States," Gold said. According to him, understanding different peoples and cultures is also very important for strengthening relations. "That is why I am pleased to be here and that we are holding this forum today. I believe this is the beginning of many good things to come," Gold concluded.