Art development to be promoted in ArtsakhJuly 7, 2011 - 16:27 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On July 6, President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan received a group of U.S.-based philanthropists headed by Andreas Roubian to discuss implementation of different programs in the republic. Special attention was paid to the art, particularly the development of painting in the republic. The head of the state underlined that the assistance of philanthropists in this field is needed, as it is considered among pivotal components of both the comprehensive development of the younger generation and integration of Artsakh into the civilized world. Minister of Culture and Youth Affairs Narine Aghabalyan, member of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia Karine Achemyan and other officials attended the meeting. 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 | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |