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EU welcomes result of referendum in Scotland

BRUSSELS, Sept 19 (KUNA) -- The President of the European Council, Herman van Rompuy Friday said he respect and welcomes the choice expressed by the people of Scotland in yesterday's referendum.
"I welcome that the United Kingdom will stay together, as stated by Prime Minister Cameron this morning," he said in a statement.
"The United Kingdom is and will remain an important member of the European Union to the benefit of all citizens and member states of the European Union," he added. (end) nk.ibi