Another Russian defense firm faces embezzlement charges March 4, 2013 - 12:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian police have initiated a criminal case against the head of a defense enterprise suspected of embezzling over 21 million rubles ($700,000), the latest in a series of frauds uncovered in the domestic defense industry, RIA Novosti reported citing the Interior Ministry. The police are investigating the head of the Temp scientific and production association, part of state-run hi-tech corporation Russian Technologies. Temp develops and produces automated control systems for aviation gas turbine engines in most domestic military and civil aircraft. According to police information, the head of the enterprise signed repair and construction contracts with two firms in 2012 and gave instructions to pay them, although the contractors failed to carry out their obligations under the deals. “Police searched the premises of the enterprise, including the suspect’s office, and seized documents, accounting records, electronic media and other items related to the criminal case,” the ministry said in a statement. If convicted on charges of fraud, the suspect could face up to ten years in prison. The investigation is the latest episode in a string of high-profile scandals involving the Defense Ministry. A fraud involving the Oboronservis defense property agency led to the sacking of Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov late last year.   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
