  Turkey, Russia to launch visa-free regime April 16 April 1, 2011 - 16:21 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - An agreement on cancellation of visa regime between Russia and Turkey enters into force on April 16, 2011, Russian Foreign Ministry Information and Press Department reported. The agreement, signed on March 12 in Ankara, enables visa-free travel within 30 days of the entry date. However, citizens, planning a stay, exceeding 30 days to work or study on the territory of other state must have visas. Holders of diplomatic passports may enter the countries without visas in accordance with Russia-Turkey intergovernmental agreement of November 5, 1999.   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 Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
