Brussels, 31/08/2011 (Agence Europe) - European Commission President José Manuel Barroso has sent his warmest congratulations to newly elected Prime Minister of Nepal Baburam Bhattarai, a press release issued on Wednesday 31 August says. “I trust that your appointment will contribute to a speedy conclusion of the peace process in your country, and in particular to the integration and rehabilitation of the former PLA (People's Liberation Army) combatants and the drafting of a democratic and inclusive constitution. The European Union attaches the greatest importance to these processes and reaffirms its full support to the ongoing efforts towards lasting peace and stability in your country”, Barroso writes. He adds: “The European Union will continue working closely with your government to promote economic development and improvement of living conditions of the population of Nepal, thus allowing the country to fully benefit from the peace dividend”. (O.L./transl.rt)