RA FM: Baku violates international agreements on limitation of armamentJuly 16, 2008 - 16:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Currently in Washington, Armenia's Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian met with Rep. Joe Knollenberg, Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Issues.The Minister thanked Mr Knollenberg and the other Caucus members for ongoing contribution to the Armenian-American relations. Presenting their programs, the Congressmen said they remain as friends of Armenia and will continue their activities for the glory of the Armenian people. Touching on regional stability, Minister Nalbandian drew the Congressmen's attention to Azerbaijan's warlike propaganda. "Baku violates international agreements on limitation of armament, including the CFE," he said. At the Congressmen's request, the Minister briefed on latest developments in the Karabakh talks and process of democratic reforms 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 | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |