  Medvedev supports peace talks on Karabakh within OSCE MGSeptember 2, 2008 - 19:49 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - President Dmitry Medvedev of Russia and Serzh Sargsyan of Armenia discussed the settlement process of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict and bilateral economic cooperation today. Confirming support to the talks held in the framework of the OSCE Minsk Group, Mr Medvedev said that the conflict must be settled peacefully. Touching upon economic cooperation, the two Presidents pointed out to the growth of commodity turnover and Russian investments in the Armenian economy. They also referred to implementation of joint regional programs in energy and transport fields.   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 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.Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia.Kazakhstan welcomes Yerevan, Baku’s agreement to meet in Almaty Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed the agreement of Baku and Yerevan to hold negotiations in Almaty.Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. |
