 Armenian diplomat briefs Finnish colleague on Karabakh conflict November 15, 2017 - 14:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Deputy foreign minister Garen Nazarian on Tuesday, November 14 briefed state secretary to the Finnish foreign ministerSamuli Virtenen about the current situation in Nagorno Karabakh. Meeting in Yerevan, the sides discussed bilateral relations, hailing the development of Armenia-Finland ties since the establishment of relations 25 years ago. The discussions focused on the ways to deepen trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. The Armenian deputy foreign minister cited the various support programs implemented by Finland in Armenia. At the request of Virtenen, Nazarian revealed Armenia's approach to the developments surrounding the Karabakh conflict. In March 2017, foreign ministers Edward Nalbandian and Timo Soini exchanged letters on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Finland.   Top stories The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. London’s Armenian community has been left feeling “under attack” after the city’s Genocide monument was vandalised. The United States believes there should be an international mission to provide transparency.   Partner news |  Topic Latest news Protesters rally as Georgia debates 'foreign agent' bill  Georgian critics label the bill "the Russian law", comparing it to legislation used by the Kremlin to crack down on dissent.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement.First Canadian expert join EU mission in Armenia The first Canadian expert to join the European Union’s civilian mission in Armenia has arrived in Armenia. |
