Philip Gordon: Nagorno Karabakh important independently of any other issuesDecember 10, 2009 - 12:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Nagorno Karabakh is important independently of any other issues, said Philip H. Gordon, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs."As a co-chairing country of the OSCE Minsk Group, the U.S. is engaged in the process of resolution of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict," he said. "It's important not only because we see it as a link to Turkish-Armenian relationship, but also because it could be a contribution to peace and stability in the region, that both Azerbaijan and Armenia would benefit from. It is something we care about." Mr. Gordon said Washington supports the Turkish-Armenian reconciliation process. "We would like to see the protocols ratified, since it will help establishment of peace and stability in the region." "Successful accomplishment of both processes will be a historic breakthrough for the region," he said, Trend.az reported. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | Your home is in Armenia – Ameriabank offers mortgage loans for the Diaspora To buy real estate, Diasporans can apply to Ameriabank online to buy, renovate or build a home anywhere in Armenia. Armenia-Qatar ties discussed in Doha The Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council met with the Deputy Secretary General of the National Security Council of Qatar. ARARAT special evening dedicated to Aznavour's 100th Anniv. On May 20 ARARAT legendary Armenian brandy, celebrated the centennial of Maestro Charles Aznavour with a special event. Surveying works underway in Armenia’s Kirants Surveying works are underway in the Armenian village of Kirants in the northern Tavush province. |