Serzh Sargyan: Russia has always played an important role in CaucasusNovember 17, 2010 - 19:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia strives towards the peace and stability in Caucasus, directing every effort to the search for a peaceful and long-lasting solution to Karabakh issue, Armenian President Serzh Sargyan stated. At the meeting with his Russian counterpart in Moscow, President Sargsyan thanked Russia for mediation in Karabakh issue settlement, expressing hope for its positive resolution. “Russia has always played an important role in Caucasus. I hope your efforts will yield a positive result,” Armenian leader stated, Kremlin press service 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 | Ameriabank's Trade Finance portfolio enriched with four prestigious awards from EBRD and IFC Ameriabank received the awards from international financial institutions in recognition of its trade finance operations. Armenian Economy Minister to make trip to UAE May 20-22 A delegation led by Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan will travel to the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi on May 20-22 Armenia Security Council chief traveling to Qatar Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia Armen Grigoryan will travel on a working visit to Qatar. Pillars installed in Armenian border village of Kirants In the Armenian village of Kirants, three border markers have been installed, and border guards stand next to them. |