  European Parliament: Armenia election met international standards on the wholeFebruary 19, 2008 - 23:50 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The presidential election in Armenia proceeded in compliance with international standards, said Thomas Gruner, member of the European Parliament mission. "The elections were organized at a high level and polling stations facilities met the established norms. I attended 4 polling stations in Yerevan," he said, pointing out to the high appearance of voters, IA Regnum reports. The appearance at the RA presidential elections made 70%. 9 candidates run for the post. Observers from 39 local and 6 international organizations watched the election process.   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 Topic Latest news Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan  A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia.U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel.Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. |
