Georgia has more to lose than gain by recognizing Armenian Genocide, expert saysApril 23, 2011 - 09:45 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Georgia has more to lose than gain by recognizing the Armenian Genocide, according to a historical sciences candidate, expert Tamara Vardanyan. The expert is sceptical over the possibility of Georgia’s recognizing the Genocide. “By recognizing the Genocide, Georgia will alienate 10% of Muslim population of the country. Georgia views Turkey as a strategic partner, with the relations between the countries developing in all sectors,” she remarked. As the expert noted, unprecedented growth in Turkish –Azerbaijani capital was reported, thus rendering Georgia more dependant on these countries. 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 | Erdogan wants “realistic road map” for relations with Armenia Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for a “new realistic road map” for relations with Armenia. Armenia-Azerbaijan: Experts launch work on determining coordinates Expert groups from the countries started the process of determining the coordinates based on geodetic measurements. Yerevan says did not expect CSTO in peacekeeping role Pashinyan has declared that the CSTO would be expected to come to the Armenia-Azerbaijan border as an ally of Armenia Henrikh Mkhitaryan wins Serie A title with Inter Inter Milan midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan admits that the team have long been imagining clinching Serie A against AC Milan. |