  International community expects serious progress in Karabakh talksJune 8, 2007 - 17:52 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia's Ambassador to NATO Samvel Mkrtchyan met in Brussels with Sir Brian Fall, UK Special Representative for the South Caucasus to discuss a scope of issues including the Nagorno Karabakh conflict and expectations from the forthcoming presidential meeting in Saint Petersburg. They also referred to the Armenia-NATO relations and some regional problems.The parties to conflict have a possibility to come to an agreement, according to Sir Brian Fall. Alluding to G8 Foreign Ministers' May 30 statement in Potsdam, the British diplomat said the international community expects a considerable breakthrough in the talks. The resolution of the Karabakh conflict will contribute to formation of the South Caucasus as a political element and promote economic development. Samvel Mkrtchyan also briefed on the Armenia-NATO cooperation as well as programs underway, the RA MFA press office reported.   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 Topic Latest news Pasadena to host Armenian Genocide commemoration event  The Pasadena Armenian Coalition will host its community-wide Armenian Genocide Commemorative Event.Armenia: Opposition activist transferred to Investigative Committee Activist Samvel Vardanyan has been accused of insulting the lawmaker Hakob Aslanyan from the ruling Civil Contract party.Former Pashinyan envoy urges end to Genocide speculation Marukyan has urged authorities in Armenia stop discussions about verifying the names of 1.5 million victims.Azerbaijan, Jordan sign deal on defense cooperation Azerbaijan and Jordan have signed an agreement on cooperation in the field of defense, according to an official statement. |
