Sweden to strengthen its military potential: ministerNovember 29, 2014 - 12:39 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Sweden is determined to strengthen its military potential and tighten cooperation with its neighbors, though it has no plans to join NATO, Defense Minister Peter Hultqvist said at a press conference, according to Sputnik. "Our priority is to boost Sweden's military potential and strengthen relationship with neighbors," Hultqvist said Friday, Nov 28, during his visit to Vilnius, adding that the kingdom was looking for closer cooperation and the exchange of intelligence information with countries in the Baltic region. The minister stated that the country's government approved of closer relationship with NATO, but had no plans of joining it. NATO and Sweden enjoy cooperation with regards to peacekeeping and security operations, with the alliance viewing Sweden as an active partner. However, Sweden does not pursue NATO membership. According to a survey commissioned by Sweden's TV4 News in October, around 37 percent of Swedish population are in favor of joining NATO, with 36 opposing it. Photo: SvD 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 | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |