NKR President, French MPs discuss Karabakh conflictJune 10, 2010 - 11:00 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On June 9, President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan received a delegation of French National Assembly members to discuss issues related to bilateral ties, the Azerbaijani-Karabakh conflict settlement and domestic life of Artsakh. The meeting was also attended by chairman of the Artsakh Republic National Assembly Ashot Ghulyan and other officials. Mr. Sahakyan emphasized that expanding cooperation with France is among the pivotal trends of the republic’s foreign policy. He also rated high the role of France in the Azerbaijani-Karabakh conflict settlement process and maintenance of stability in the region. 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 | Mirzoyan says meeting with Bayramov was “constructive” At the moment, Ararat Mirzoyan said, there is no basis for additional comments. OSCE vows support for Armenia “in all three directions of security” Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 151 detained as civil disobedience campaigns continue in Yerevan Citizens have been blocking streets in the Armenian capital, demanding Nikol Pashinyan’s resignation. France welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan meeting in Almaty France has welcomed the new round of negotiations between the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan. |