Armenian, Lithuanian Foreign Minister pleased with political dialog between Yerevan and VilniusNovember 19, 2008 - 15:34 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Currently in Vilnius, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian met Tuesday with his Lithuanian counterpart Petras Vaitiekunas to discuss development of Armenia-EU and bilateral relations, establishment of cultural cooperation and business contacts between the two states as well as a number of regional issues, including the Armenian-Turkish reconciliation, the RA MFA press office reported. The top diplomats expressed satisfaction with the level of political dialog which can serve as a firm basis for further development. The Armenian Minister also briefed on the Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement process and stressed the importance to continue talks on the basis of the Moscow declaration. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. 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. |