Mustafa Al-Shimali: Armenia and Kuwait have similar political positionsJune 25, 2010 - 17:12 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - RA parliamentary speaker Hovik Abrahamyan met with a Kuwait delegation led by Minister of Finance Mustafa Al-Shimali . At the meeting, RA NA chairman emphasized the importance of bilateral relations development, specifically noting the agreement on Encouragement and Mutual Protection of Investments between RA and Kuwait governments. Mustafa Al-Shimali, in turn, expressed confidence for strengthening of interparliamentary collaboration to intensify Armenia-Kuwait relations. As he noted, Armenia and Kuwait have similar political positions, working towards establishment of peace and stability. The Minister of Finance stressed Kuwait’s interest in development of economic, trade, scientific and cultural relations with Armenia. The parties dwelled on regional issues, normalization of RA-Turkey ties, Karabakh conflict settlement, agreeing that in 21st century there’s no alternative to peaceful settlement of conflicts. Caucasus Institute director said that the past year was not remarkable for outstanding foreign policy events in Armenia. Yerkir: serious reshuffle is expected at the Republican Party of Armenia after Tsarukyan’s refusal to join coalition. Zhamanak: the bureau of former Foreign Minister, however, refused to reply further questions on Oskanian’s plans. Stepan Safaryan says Prosperous Armenia’s decision doesn’t change anything, as it won’t become opposition. |