  Armenian, Belarusian NSC Secretaries discuss cooperationMarch 17, 2009 - 20:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - National Security Councils of Armenia and Belarus will develop cooperation. "Belarus stands for consistent development of partner relations with CIS and CSTO member states," Belarusian NSC Secretary Yuri Zhadobin said during a meeting with his Armenian counterpart Artur Baghdasaryan. "We welcome all steps taken for strengthening of cooperation between all state structures," Zhadobin said. The two officials discussed joint measures to combat international terrorism, drug traffic, illegal migration and trafficking in people. They also referred to military and political cooperation within the Collective Security Treaty Organization, BELTA reports.   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 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 |
