Latvia to develop relations with ArmeniaNovember 20, 2008 - 13:55 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In the framework of a formal visit to Baltic states, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian arrived in Latvia on November 19, the RA MFA press office reported. During a meeting with his Latvian counterpart Maris Riekstins, Minister Nalbandian stressed the importance to develop the Armenian-Latvian relations in various fields. "Yerevan will work hard to maintain the high level of political dialog with Riga," he said. Touching on the Armenia-EU relations, the Ministers exchanged views on implementation of the ENP action plan. Referring to security issues, they confirmed the necessity of peaceful resolution of conflicts. On Mr. Riekstins' request, the Armenian Minister briefed on the current stage of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement process and the steps Armenia undertakes to normalize relations with Turkey. 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. |