Foreign Minister: Armenia ready to contribute to OSCE work effectivenessMarch 3, 2011 - 20:35 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In his address to the OSCE Permanent Council in Vienna on March 3, Armenian Foreign Minster Edward Nalbandian dwelled on implementation of reforms in Armenia, Karabakh conflict settlement and Armenia-EU relations. Commenting on the role of Armenia in OSCE, Nalbandian stressed the country’s readiness to actively participate in all formats of the organization, as well as promote the effectiveness of the organization’s activities. As he further noted, Armenian authorities are resolved to continue with steps aimed at strengthening of democracy and activation of political dialogue in the country, Armenian Foreign Ministry 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 | 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. |