  U.S. Deputy Secretary of State to spend next week in South Caucasus October 15, 2011 - 10:03 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - U.S. Deputy Secretary of State William Burns will be visiting Armenia, Georgia and Azerbaijan from October 16 to 20 According to Trend News, Mr. Burns is expected to meet with civil society representatives to discuss common interests in the region, including peace and security, economic development and democratic reforms. Earlier, U.S. ambassador to Azerbaijan Matthew Bryza said discussions will focus on democracy and human rights.   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 |  Latest news Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year  German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year.Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan.Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan.Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |
