Merkel to host Davutoğlu for talks Jan 22 January 15, 2016 - 18:40 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - German Chancellor Angela Merkel will host Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu for talks on Jan 22, her spokesman said, with discussions to center on the suicide attack in Istanbul that claimed 10 German lives. The two will also discuss issues on both countries’ priority lists, including their fight against terrorism and a record refugee influx to Europe, Hurriyet Daily News reported. The talks are part of a series of so-called government consultations that Germany has with only a handful of countries, including India and China. The meeting will include interior, foreign and defense ministers from both sides.  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 |
