 Iranian-Russian transport committee to hold 3rd meetingJuly 18, 2009 - 15:26 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Iranian-Russian transport committee will hold its 3rd meeting to discuss cooperation. The decision was taken during a meeting between the Head of Road Maintenance and Transportation Organization Shahriar Afandizadeh and Deputy Minister of transport Sergey Aristarkhov, Iranian state-run news agency Irna reported. The meeting participants focused on transport cooperation, specifically the North-South corridor. Earlier, Armenia also announced intention to join North-South agreement.   Top stories Armenia's international reserves amounted to $3.5 billion, according to a report from the country's Central Bank. Trade between Armenian and Iranian increased by 43.5% in the first 10 months of 2022, rising from $390 million to around $560 million. There’s a growing demand for Armenian sprits in Russia amid Western sanctions on the supply of alcohol to the country. Vahan Kerobyan said Armenia will most probably introduce a ban on the sale of Turkish products as well.   Partner news |  Related sections Latest news Pope Francis renews appeal for “grave humanitarian situation” in Karabakh  St. Peter’s Square was filled on Sunday with young pilgrims who participated in the “Caravan for Peace” initiative.Azerbaijan evaxiates Iran embassy staff, family members after attack The Azerbaijani Embassy staff and their family members have been evacuated from Iran.Israeli extremists attack Armenian patriarchate in Jerusalem Israeli extremists have attacked the headquarters of the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem and climbed the Patriarchate's walls to remove its flag.ICRC helps 19 Karabakh residents reunite with families in Armenia 19 people have been transferred from Nagorno-Karabakh to Armenia with the assistance of the ICRC. |
