AAA thanked Congressman Periello for his dedication to affirmation of Armenian GenocideNovember 6, 2009 - 20:25 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - During a meeting on Capital Hill, Armenian Assembly Executive Director Bryan Ardouny and Congressional Relations Associate Bianka Dodov emphasized the importance of squarely affirming the Armenian Genocide and thanked Congressman Tom Periello for his support of H. Res. 252, the Armenian Genocide resolution.H. Res. 252 was introduced by Congressman Adam Schiff along with his colleagues Congressman George Radanovich and Armenian Caucus Co-Chairs, Congressmen Frank Pallone Jr. and Mark Kirk. This bipartisan legislation recalls the proud chapter in U.S. history in helping to save the survivors of the first genocide of the twentieth century. With over 130 cosponsors, the legislation is currently pending before the House Committee on Foreign Affairs, where last Congress, it was adopted by the full Committee with the support of the late Chairman Tom Lantos. "The Armenian Assembly thanks Congressman Periello for his dedication to affirmation of the Armenian Genocide," stated Executive Director Bryan Ardouny. "In the face of an ongoing campaign to deny the Armenian Genocide, H. Res. 252, and its counterpart in the Senate, S. Res. 316, sends a powerful message," added Ardouny. "The Assembly will continue its advocacy efforts and outreach to all those committed to the cause of genocide education and prevention to ensure passage of this important human rights legislation." As a newly minted Member of Congress, Periello serves on the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee and the House Veterans' Affairs Committee. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Politico: Belarus delivered advanced weapons to Azerbaijan in 2018-2022 Belarus delivered advanced weapons to Armenia’s enemy even though both countries were supposedly allies in a defense pact. Armenia Security Council chief to attend Ukraine peace summit Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia Armen Grigoryan will take part in the Ukraine peace summit in Switzerland. Armenian govt. approves ratification of EAEU-Iran free trade deal At a meeting on Friday, June 14, the Armenian government approved the ratification of an EAEU free trade agreement with Iran. Deputy U.S. Secretary of State to arrive in Yerevan Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma will travel to Yerevan, Armenia from June 17-19 to. |