  EU speaks out for dialogue with CSTOFebruary 7, 2008 - 13:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The European Union speaks out for dialogue with the CSTO for ensuring security in the region," EU special representative for Central Asia Pierre Morel said at a meeting with CSTO Secretary General Nikolay Bordyuzha.The talks focused on combating terrorism, extremism, trafficking in people, illegal weapon and drug traffic. "It was decided to brisk up contacts with regional organizations functioning in Central Asia," Mr Morel said. The parties agreed to join efforts to ensure stability and security in the region," said a statement issued by the CSTO Secretariat press office. The Organization brings together Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan.   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 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. |
