UN Sec Gen: people of Armenia confirmed desire to strengthen democratic institutionsMay 6, 2008 - 19:22 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon sent a congratulatory address to Tigran Sargsyan on his appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia, the RA government's press office reported. The message says in part, "I extend to you my congratulations on your appointment as Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia and wish you every success with the discharge of your new duties. During the past few months, the people of Armenia confirmed its desire to strengthen democratic institutions in your country in a bid to achieve prosperity and social equality. I am convinced that under your guidance the government of Armenia will meet its goals through democratization and implementation of social and economic programs. I look forward to close cooperation with your government and yourself with a view to developing the regional cooperation in South Caucasus. Rest assured that the whole body of the United Nations will join me in an effort to support you along this path." 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 | Narek Manasyan wins European Boxing Championships silver for Armenia Armenia’s Narek Manasyan (92kg) won Armenia’s second silver medal at the European Boxing Championships 2024 on April 28. Blinken urges Azerbaijan to continue negotiations with Armenia Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken has urged Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to continue negotiations with Armenia. Pashinyan, Blinken talk Armenia-U.S. ties over the phone Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had a phone conversation with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on April 28, Pashinyan’s office reports. Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. |