15 matters agreed during sitting of Armenian-Russian intergovernmental committeeOctober 23, 2010 - 19:10 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On October 23, the 12th sitting of the Armenian-Russian intergovernmental committee on economic cooperation kicked off in Yekaterinburg. Besides, Armenian Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with Russian Minister of Transport Igor Levitin prior to the sitting. Implementation of the protocol of the committee’s 11th sitting, legal-contractual field, current trade and economic relations, as well as their development outlooks were in the focus of the sitting, Tigran Sargsyan told a press conference after the sitting. He added that the Armenian-Russian economic cooperation continues developing successfully. The Prime Minister noted that 15 matters were agreed during the sitting and they will contribute to implementation of bilateral programs. Mr. Sargsyan noted that Armenia is ready to create a free economic zone at Mars plant, as well as adopt relevant contractual legal norms for implementation of other investment programs. Russian Minister of Transport Igor Levitin noted for his part that four agreements are being drafted to develop ties between various regions of Armenia and Russia, what is important for boosting the trade and economic cooperation, the RA governmental press service reported. 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 | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |