Iran, Syria look to boost economic tiesAugust 23, 2017 - 14:40 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran's Vice President’s Advisor Saeed Owhadi discussed boosting economic ties with Syria at a meeting here with the country’s Prime Minister Emad Khamis, IRNA reveals. During the meeting on Tuesday, August 22, both sides underlined the need for promoting economic collaboration and commercial exchanges between the two nations. Khamis described strong presence of the Iranian companies in the 59th International Damascus as a sign of the Iranian nation’s serious resolve to enhance economic relations with Syria. He also appreciated Iran for its supports to the Syrian people and government. Owhadi, who also doubles as the secretary of headquarters for promoting economic ties between Iran, Iraq and Syria, further noted that Tehran is keen on participation in all economic activities with Damascus. Strong presence of different countries in Damascus International Exhibition is a basic cornerstone for improving Syrian economy and promoting its relations with participating countries in all economic fields, he contended. 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 | Russia warns Armenia against “falling into West’s trap” Zakharova maintained, however, that anything that will benefit the people of Armenia can only be welcomed. CSTO: Armenia has not participated in secretariat’s work recently Recently Armenia has not participated in the work of the secretariat of the CSTO, Imangali Tasmagambetov said. Meeting with U.S., EU not against third parties, says Armenia The meeting scheduled for April 5 is dedicated to strengthening of the Armenia-EU-US cooperation, Yerevan added. Ucom launches network modernization efforts in few regions of Armenia In particular, on March 28, the legacy Mobile Switching Subsystem will be replaced with a new one. |