Japan says continues supporting Iran nuclear dealSeptember 19, 2018 - 13:19 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Japan is still supporting Iran nuclear deal, also known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan Takeo Mori said on Tuesday, September 18, according to IRNA. Mori made the remarks in a meeting with Iran ambassador to Japan Morteza Rahmani Movahed Tuesday night, while referring to the status of Iran deal and its importance in the world. He also appreciated Iran's commitment to the JCPOA. He also pointed to the upcoming 90th anniversary of Iran-Japan diplomatic ties and expressed hope for developing cooperation between the two countries. Rahmani Movahed, for his part, said, 'We are observing a new era in both countries’ relations.' Good politico-economic agreements have been signed by Iran and Japan, he added. During the meeting, both sides discussed the importance of implementing Iran nuclear deal and the need to preserve peace and stability in the Persian Gulf. 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 | Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. Freedom House concerned by mounting reports of police violence in Armenia Freedom House urged Armenian authorities to investigate this pattern of excessive force and inhumane treatment. |