  Armenia, Italy to intensify political dialogueNovember 24, 2009 - 11:52 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian met Monday in Rome with his Italian counterpart Franco Frattini to discuss bilateral cooperation, Armenian-Turkish reconciliation and some other regional issues. Armenia-EU relations, specifically the European Neighborhood Policy and Eastern Partnership, were also in focus. The Italian Minister hailed the signature of Armenian-Turkish protocols and voiced hope for soonest opening of the border. The two men also stressed the necessity to intensify political dialogue between Armenia and Italy.   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 |  Related sections Latest news Viva-MTS: Tech solutions to modernize infrastructure of border village  The border village has been the focus of Viva-MTS and the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Values since 2015.Ucom's fixed network launched in Artashat To mark this occasion, the company has introduced a special offer exclusively for Artashat residents.“By Your Side”: IDBank's new support program for displaced Artsakh citizens IDBank is launching a long-term social support program for forcibly displaced Artsakh residents.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. |
