Public Council set up under RA Defense Minister

July 15, 2009 - 23:31 AMT
PanARMENIAN.Net - Considering the reforms in the sphere of defense, a public council was set up under Defense Ministry Its activities aim at strengthening control over armed forces and protecting human right and freedoms in the sphere. The council will consist of experts dealing with scientific, environmental, educational, sports and healthcare issues. Among its members, there will also be representatives of Armenian Apostolic Church and national minorities living in Armenia, says the statement released by RA Defense Ministry.
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