Armenian peacekeeping brigade to meet NATO standards by 2015

PanARMENIAN.Net - The Armenian peacekeeping brigade will meet NATO standards by 2015, the RA Defense Minister said.



"The first step will be replenishment of the Armenian peaceful contingent in Kosovo. As result of the transfer of the mandate from UN to NATO, some countries, including Azerbaijan, withdrew troops from the region. However, this will not influence of Armenia's decisions," Seyran Ohanyan said.



Presently, the number of Armenian blue berets in Kosovo reaches 34. An extra rifle regiment is awaiting dispatch.



Minister Ohanyan reminded that the Armenian peacekeepers have been numerously praised for their efficient service. "Pursuing a peaceful policy on Karabakh, Armenia strengthens its peacekeeping contingent," Minister Ohanyan said, Novosti Armenia reports.