  NKR elections meet international standards, Abkhazian parliament vice speaker says May 23, 2010 - 15:13 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Elections and the legislative system in the Arstakh Republic meet all international standards, said Vyacheslav Tsugba, vice speaker of the Abkhazian parliament. “I have visited dozens of polling stations and can assert this,” he said. “Abkhazia, South Ossetia, NKR and Transdnistria recognized each other’s independence long ago and are closely cooperating,” Mr. Tsugba said. “NKR stood a better chance for recognition, but as it happened Abkhazia was recognized before. Anyway, our republics collaborate at the highest level.”   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 |  Topics Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
