  Russian government to assign 2.2 million rubles for observation mission in ArmeniaMay 3, 2007 - 17:23 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Russian government will assign 2.2 million rubles for financing expenses of Russian delegates who will participate in observation mission in Armenia's parliamentary elections scheduled for May 12. The RF government will assign Russia's MFA up to 2 203 million rubles in the second quarter of 2007. Those means are being assigned for financing expenses connected with sending representatives of the Russian Federation within the OSCE ODIHR (Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights) mission to Armenia to participate in the observation of the May 12 parliamentary elections. Premier Mikhail Fradkov signed the corresponding order. The Russian MFA is ordered to realize the simultaneous payment to OSCE ODIHR budget, totally $ 7 400, which will cover of ODIHR monitoring mission's expenses connected with the parliamentarian electrons in Armenia.   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 |  Related sections Topic 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 |
