  Russian, French Prime Ministers discuss situation in Georgia, Karabakh and Iran June 11, 2010 - 16:11 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Friday, June 11, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin jointly with his French counterpart Francois Fillon inaugurated a five-day exhibition showcasing cultural and economic ties between France and Russia at the Grand Palais. “Today, we’re opening an exhibition to highlight the wealth of Russia’s creative potential,” French Prime Minister stated, emphasizing significant increase in Russia-France product turnover since 2000. Cooperation covers automobile, space and energy industries. “France and Russia are strategic partners,” Mr. Fillon stated. The two men also discussed the situation in Georgia, Karabakh and Iran, also dwelling on investment partnership development perspectives, RIA Novosti reported.  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 Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals  Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation.Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush.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. |
