Turkey joins G20 troika to assume chairmanship in 2015December 2, 2013 - 13:14 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Turkey joined the troika on December 1, 2013 as it will be the chair of the G20 in 2015, TRT English reported. Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said in a written statement that the G20 troika, made up of the current, immediate past and future host countries, helps the chair to manage the work agenda to ensure continuity, and is responsible for bringing together the G20’s agenda in consultation with other members and in response to developments in the global economy. Turkey will assume the term presidency of the G20 as of December 1, 2014, Babacan said, adding that 2015 leaders summit will be hosted by Turkey. Deputy Prime Minister said further that one of the most important global positions to be assumed by Turkey so far, G20 Temr Presidency and Troika membership will help promote Turkey's deep rooted transformation in the global arena. Related links: 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 | Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. |