Armenian authorities ignore opinion of DiasporaOctober 5, 2009 - 19:55 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Meeting of the Armenian President with the Armenian community had to take place many months ago not now, head of the Armenian Relief Union East Coast office Angela Manoogian said , commenting on the meeting of RA President with representatives of the Armenian Diaspora in Los Angeles. According to her, the Armenian authorities must take into account the fact that most of the Diaspora survived the Armenian Genocide and are very delicate to the subject. "I am very sorry that today, being pressed by Turkey, Armenia makes concessions on some issues," Angela Manoogian said, noting that recognition of the Genocide is the most important for the Diaspora. "The Diaspora should participate in making any decisions related to "Hay Dat", Angela Manoogian said, stressing that the Armenian authorities have ignored the opinion of the Diaspora. 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 | U.S. welcomes Armenia, Azerbaijan’s border delimitation announcement Blinken said it is an important step towards concluding a durable and dignified peace agreement. Residents Of border villages protest as Armenia, Azerbaijan agree on delimitation Residents of several Armenian communities in the northeastern Tavush province began protests late on Friday. Up to 10% cashback from GetTransfer with IDBank cards IDBank clients who make their booking on GetTransfer will receive an exclusive cashback. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. |