French and German colleagues congratulated S. SargsyanApril 7, 2007 - 14:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin has sent a message of congratulations to Serzh Sargsyan on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia, the RA Government Press Office reports. Dominique de Villepin's message in particular says, " I congratulate you on your appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia. I am sure you will strengthen the work of your predecessor and continue to direct Armenia through the way of economic and political reforms with the same determination." German Chancellor Angela Merkel also has sent a message of congratulations. The message says, "Dear Mr. Prime Minister, I congratulate you on your appointment in this higher post from the bottom of my heart and wish you all the best and success. I am sure Armenia will continue reforms in democracy, formation of jural state and strengthening market economy. The German government will assist Armenia in this way as much as possible." 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 | 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. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |