Poland’s President Andrzej Duda sworn in August 6, 2015 - 13:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Right-wing Andrzej Duda has been ceremonially sworn in as Poland's new president, bringing political change to the top office in this East European nation, the Associated Press reports. Duda, 43, promises to pay attention to the needs of the underprivileged. In foreign policy he insists on having a greater NATO presence in Poland and on raising Poland's position in the EU. A former member of the opposition Law and Justice party, he will have to find ways to work alongside the liberal coalition government of Civic Platform and a small farmer party, the AP notes. He was sworn in on Thursday, Aug 6, before the National Assembly of lawmakers and senators. Duda's electoral victory in May over incumbent Bronislaw Komorowski was a surprise, and a warning to the ruling coalition that it may lose power in October general elections.  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 Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.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. |
