Turkish citizen of Armenian decent may hold public postNovember 25, 2009 - 21:31 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - For the first time in history, a Turkish citizen of Armenian decent may be appointed to the post of expert in EU General Secretariat under Minister for EU Affairs Egemen Bagis.Among 115 contenders, Leo Suren Alepli was elected for the post. In case of passing his exam, he may become Turkey's public servant on EU Affairs, Turkish Hurriyet reports. "But the last word," the newspaper says, "will rest with Turkish intelligence services which will conduct an oral interview with Leo Suren." In case of receiving approval, Leo Suren Alepli will be the first non-Turkish citizen to hold a public post. 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 | 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. |