Iraq to take relevant actions to open embassy in Armenia soonNovember 4, 2010 - 16:25 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On November 3, Armenian Ambassador to Iraq Murad Muradyan handed over the copy of credentials to Iraqi Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari. Congratulating the Ambassador on his appointment, the Iraqi Foreign Minister hailed Armenia’s decision to establish its embassy in Iraq. Hoshyar Zebari noted that Iraq will take relevant actions to open its embassy in Armenia soon. The parties discussed matters of mutual interest, stressing the necessity of creation of a legal-contractual basis, what will allow expanding cooperation in trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian fields. The Iraqi Foreign Minister expressed hope that the Armenian Ambassador will contribute to boosting the Armenian-Iraqi friendly relations, the RA MFA press service 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 | U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. Macron says France commemorates 109th anniv. of Armenian genocide Today France commemorates the 109th anniversary of the Armenian genocide of 1915, Macron says. |