RUSSIAN PRESIDENT WELCOMES PARTICIPANTS AND GUESTS OF «UNION OF ARMENIANS OF RUSSIA» MEETINGMarch 23, 2002 - 19:07 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Russian President Vladimir Putin has sent his welcoming letter addressed to the participants and the guests of the second meeting of «Union of Armenians of Russia» organization taking place in Moscow. According to ITAR-TASS agency, the letter states: «The religious, intellectual and business potential of Armenian people contributes to creation and strengthening of our united motherland. We appreciate your contribution to the development of the economy, science and culture of Russia, to the strengthening of the democracy, international peace and concord in the community. I am sure that the work of the meeting will be beneficial and will have a notable role in the further development and expansion of traditionally friendly relations of Russian Federal Republic and Republic of Armenia». RF President cabinet head Aleksandr Voloshin read out the message. 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. |