 Kosovo elects businessman Behgjet Pacolli president February 22, 2011 - 23:26 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Kosovo's parliament elected Kosovo-Swiss businessman Behgjet Pacolli as president on Tuesday as part of a power-sharing deal following December elections. Pacolli, the only candidate running for president, was elected in the third round with only 62 votes in the 120-seat parliament after he failed to receive two thirds of the vote in the first two rounds. The main opposition parties boycotted the session, citing Pacolli's business ties with Russia, which opposes Kosovo's independence, and his pursuit of politics for business goals, Reuters report.   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. |
