Armenia-Iran cooperation developingOctober 25, 2007 - 15:54 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "The visit of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to Armenia was fruitful and his early departure did not spoil the results," Armenian Foreign Minister Vartan Oskanian told a news conference in Yerevan."Media extremely politicizes the early departure of the Iranian President and seeks for sensation where it can't be. Such cases occur in international practice and should not be paid extra attention. The Armenia-Iran cooperation is developing. Projects under implementation are significant not only for the two states but also for the whole region," the Minister underscored. As to signature of an agreement on creation of free trade zone between Armenia Iran, Minister Oskanian said the paper has not been developed yet. "We have to clarify a number of Armenia's terms and commitments to international organizations. I think the agreement will be concluded and will not be influenced by UN embargo on trade relations with Iran," he said. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |