French and German colleagues congratulated S. SargsyanApril 7, 2007 - 14:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin has sent a message of congratulations to Serzh Sargsyan on his appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia, the RA Government Press Office reports. Dominique de Villepin's message in particular says, " I congratulate you on your appointment as the Prime Minister of Armenia. I am sure you will strengthen the work of your predecessor and continue to direct Armenia through the way of economic and political reforms with the same determination." German Chancellor Angela Merkel also has sent a message of congratulations. The message says, "Dear Mr. Prime Minister, I congratulate you on your appointment in this higher post from the bottom of my heart and wish you all the best and success. I am sure Armenia will continue reforms in democracy, formation of jural state and strengthening market economy. The German government will assist Armenia in this way as much as possible." 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 | 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. |