Karabakh conflict resolution possible through peaceful talks, Pabriks saysApril 16, 2007 - 17:38 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "Latvia strongly supports the existing activities of the OSCE and the Minsk Group. It is clear that a sustainable resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict can only be achieved through dialogue and peaceful negotiations," Latvian Foreign Minister Artis Pabriks said.When commenting on Lithuania's initiatives on cooperation of the Baltic countries and South Caucasus in 3+3 format, Mr Pabriks said, "The context of regional cooperation is a very important issue. The Baltic States have achieved many goals only by means of our trilateral coordination and joint efforts. Cooperation between the Baltic States and the South Caucasus is an existing reality. I believe the institutionalization of our cooperation is not a main goal. We should continue and deepen our existing cooperation and mechanism of consultations between the two regions in mutually essential spheres and international issues," Trend reports. 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. |