British and Armenian officials exchanged views on national security methodologyJuly 1, 2009 - 21:42 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Secretary of National Security Council Arthur Baghdasaryan has received British Ambassador Charles Londsale. Parties discussed issues concerning security challenges.During the meeting, Charles Londsale told Armenian official that Britain had adopted a new National Security Strategy containing up-to-date methods for counteracting world crisis, combating terrorism and other challenges. Arthur Baghdasaryan thanked Ambassador for providing comprehensive information on Britain's national security strategy and stressed the importance of Armenian-British close cooperation for overcoming global security challenges. 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 | Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event. Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party. Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims. Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |