Unresolved issues not to affect economic relationsSeptember 16, 2009 - 22:15 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "We live in a global world where economy plays a key role, so close border is not advantageous to Armenian and Turkish businessman," Alexander Sotnichenko, a senior fellow at Saint Petersburg Center of Oriental Studies, told PanARMENIAN.Net At that he drew parallels between Armenian-Turkish and Japanese-Russian relations, noting that South Kuril island which remains a disputable issue between the latter two states does not affect their mutual ties as is the case with Armenian-Turkish relations. "Armenian Genocide issue may remain unresolved for 40-60 years to come but that shouldn't impact economic relations between two states. Border can be opened," expert stressed. 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 | Titus, Bilirakis lead legislation to sanction Azerbaijani war criminals Representatives Dina Titus (D-NV) and Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) have introduced the bipartisan legislation. Armenia: Defense Ministry warns against involving army in political processes The Ministry’s statement came after a video surfaced online, showing soldiers joining the protests in Tavush. Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. |