Art development to be promoted in ArtsakhJuly 7, 2011 - 16:27 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On July 6, President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan received a group of U.S.-based philanthropists headed by Andreas Roubian to discuss implementation of different programs in the republic. Special attention was paid to the art, particularly the development of painting in the republic. The head of the state underlined that the assistance of philanthropists in this field is needed, as it is considered among pivotal components of both the comprehensive development of the younger generation and integration of Artsakh into the civilized world. Minister of Culture and Youth Affairs Narine Aghabalyan, member of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia Karine Achemyan and other officials attended the meeting. 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 | Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. |