  National Security Council to tackle sects in Armenia   September 29, 2011 - 12:11 AMTPanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia’s National Security Council (NSC) Secretary named provision of religious security a key priority on NSC agenda. During the first meeting of the inter-departmental commission for anti-sectarian strategy, Artur Baghdasaryan urged to wage a struggle against destructive sects which pose serious danger to population. NSC Secretary further briefed the sitting participants about international experience in relevant sector. “Anti-sectarian strategy, currently under development, won’t affect Armenian citizens’ freedom of conscience or religion, instead, providing the state’s integrity,” he stressed. The sitting continued behind closed doors, with Mr. Baghdasaryan promising to keep media informed about further activities of the commission.  Top stories The number of state universities will be reduced from 23 to 8 by 2030, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan has said. From September 21 to November 11, a total of 2,820 Russians registered at a place of residence in Armenia, the police has said. The situation on the contact line between Karabakh and Azerbaijan was relatively stable overnight, the Defense Army says. Defense Minister Suren Papikyan has visited the southern Armenian province of Syunik, the Defense Ministry reported on March 18.   Partner news |  Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
