  Ukraine, Georgia to reportedly travel visa-free to EU December 9, 2015 - 16:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The European Commission is expected to present a report with a positive assessment of the reforms in Ukraine and Georgia, and thereby green-light the visa-free travel for Ukrainian and Georgian citizens, UNIAN reports. Visa requirements may be lifted in both countries in mid-2016, according to some sources. On December 15, the European Commission is expected to submit a report with a positive assessment of a visa liberalization action plan by Kiev and Tbilisi, which will serve as a prerequisite for the approval of visa-free regime for Georgia and Ukraine by the EU member states. At the same time it is noted that Kiev has to improve performance in some areas, in particular, fighting corruption, until the spring of 2016. The move will enable Georgian and Ukrainian citizens to stay in the EU for three months during a six month period, while employment in any EU country will be banned.   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 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.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. |
