  Aram I and Bashar Al-Asad discussed RA-Turkish relationsOctober 19, 2009 - 22:08 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I received Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad. The meeting which lased over an hour focused on a range of issues. Catholicos expressed gratitude to Syrian President for attention to his country's Armenian community. In his turn, Bashar Al-Asad emphasized Armenians' positive role in the development of social and economic life of Syria.Parties discussed the situation in Middle East and dialogue between Christians and Muslims. They also touched upon Armenian-Turkish process and recently signed Protocols. Catholicos stressed the importance of recognizing Armenian Genocide, the press service of the Great House of Cilicia 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 Topics 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. |
