Greece ready to support Armenia’s European integrationMay 31, 2013 - 19:58 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Deputy speaker of Armenian National Assembly Eduard Sharmazanov met on May 31 with his Greek counterpart Yannis Dragasakis and Greek ambassador Ioannis Taghis. The meeting focused on bilateral relations and inter-parliamentary ties, with Mr. Sharmazanov stressing the importance of the effective activity of the parliamentary groups, development and implementation of programs. Dwelling on regional security, he noted peace talks as the only solution to Nagorno Karabakh conflict. Mr. Dragasakis, in turn, highly assessed Armenia’s constructive policy, success in the implementation of democratic reforms. In this context, he expressed Greece’s readiness to support Armenian on its path to European integration. Intensification of economic relations, ways to withstand the financial and economic crisis, as well Armenia’s relations with Turkey and Azerbaijan were further discussed. Top stories The Cabinet of Ministers decided on Thursday, November 9 to allocated AMD 120 million to arrange the gathering. Michael Roth believes sanctions must be put on the table after Baku‘s ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Yerevan City Council has elected Tigran Avniyan from the ruling Civil Contract as the mayor of the Armenian capital. The Armenian Parliament on Tuesday, October 3 voted to ratify the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham). |