  Armenian, German Foreign Ministries hold Berlin-hosted consultations September 30, 2012 - 17:51 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian Foreign Ministry delegation led by deputy foreign minister Zohrab Mnatsakanian arrived in Berlin on September 27 to participate in the two countries’ ministerial consultations. The special representative of Foreign Ministry for East Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia Affairs Antye Lendertze held political consultations on the German side. At the meeting, the parties focused on the prospect of the development of bilateral ties, with Mr. Mnatsakanian briefing the German official on Armenia-EU ties as well as the progress of Association Agreement and free trade zone negotiations. The parties further focused on regional issues, including the recent release of Azeri axe-killer Ramil Safarov, with Mr. Mnatsakanian presenting Armenia’s position on the issue. A number of meetings with members of German Bundestag, as well as a lecture on Armenia’s foreign policy at the German Institute for International and Security Affairs were also on deputy foreign minister’s agenda.   Top stories The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. London’s Armenian community has been left feeling “under attack” after the city’s Genocide monument was vandalised. The United States believes there should be an international mission to provide transparency.   Partner news |  Latest news Protesters rally as Georgia debates 'foreign agent' bill  Georgian critics label the bill "the Russian law", comparing it to legislation used by the Kremlin to crack down on dissent.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia. |
