  Andranik Margaryan: In 2008 Armenia will import gas from Iran as much as from RussiaFebruary 19, 2007 - 16:28 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - "I hope in 2008 Armenia will import gas from Iran as much as from Russia," stated Armenian Prime Minister Andranik Margaryan in an interview with Jane's Research Center. Experts of the center claim that two gas pipelines will be constructed from Iran to Armenia this year, one of which will be put in commission in 2007, and the other in 2008. A. Margaryan also underlined Armenia is conducting an integration policy to the international community. But Jane's experts put a question, "Will Armenia reach this goal if we take into account Yerevan's dependence from Moscow?", RFE/RL reports.  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 Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
