Development of Armenian-Iranian relations priority for IranApril 14, 2009 - 15:28 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Currently in Tehran, Armenian Foreign Minister Serzh Sargsyan met with his Iranian counterpart Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues, reported the Armenian President's press office. Praising Iran as a reliable neighbor and partner, President Sargsyan said that cooperation between the two countries should develop to help establishment of peace and stability throughout the region. The two men also touched upon economic relations, energy, transport and trade issues. At Mr. Ahmadinejad's request, President Sargsyan briefed on the latest developments in the Nagorno Karabakh conflict settlement process and normalization of the Armenian-Turkish relations and thanked Iran for balanced position on Karabakh. 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 | Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. U.S. doesn’t see Russia as contributing to peace in Caucasus Patel made the remarks when asked about the implications of Russia’s withdrawal of peacekeepers from Karabakh. Up to 1% cashback when shopping on Wildberries with IDBank cards IDBank is launching an exclusive campaign on Wildberries for online shopping enthusiasts. |