  OPCW discusses implementation of Convention on prohibition of chemical weaponsDecember 2, 2009 - 21:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - 14th OPCW (Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons) conference was launched in Hague on November 30 to last till December 4. Permanent RA representative in OPCW Samvel Mkrtchyan represented Armenia at the conference. Before plenary sitting, Samvel Mkrtchyan met OPCW Secretary General Rogelio Pfirter, who expressed his gratitude for warm welcome and productive discussions offered during his September 2009 visit to Armenia.At the plenary sitting, Rogelio Pfirter presented the process of implementation of Convention on prohibition of chemical weapons, also emphasizing the importance of organization's anti-terrorism activity.   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 |  Related sections 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”.U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh.Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |
