Armenia and Iran Work for Development of Comprehensive Political DialogueJuly 6, 2006 - 14:23 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The centuries-old cultural and historical ties of the Armenian and Iranian peoples and common interests of the two countries form a solid basis for further expansion and development of relations between Armenia and Iran, Armenian President Robert Kocharian stated at a meeting with Iranian FM Manuchehr Mottaki in Teheran July 5. The urge of the two countries to develop comprehensive political dialogue at the highest and high levels was underscored at the meeting. Mutual understanding is reached on the need to strengthen economic cooperation forms, especially trade and mutual investment. The Iranian party was for implementation of agreements reached before, reports Irna. 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 | 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 |