  Serzh Sargsyan attends CSTO summit in Moscow December 20, 2011 - 18:51 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan, currently on official visit to Moscow attended CSTO summit on December 20. At the summit, CSTO countries discussed counteractions to security challenges and threats coming from the territory of Afghanistan. Also, the summit agenda included issues on intensification of military, military technical and information cooperation, emergency response, control of drug trafficking and counterterrorism. In conclusion, Belarus handed CSTO presidency over to Kazakhstan, which presented its vision of the organization’s priorities for 2012.   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 Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh  The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi ArabiaPashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts.Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. |
