Yerevan hosts Armenian-Czech political consultationsMay 15, 2012 - 20:57 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On May 15, Yerevan hosted political consultations between Foreign Ministries of Armenia and Czech Republic. The Armenian side was headed by Deputy Foreign Minister Zohrab Mnatsakanyan, with First Deputy Foreign Minister Jiří Schneider leading the Czech party, RA MFA press service reported. Discussion of the current level of the political, economic and cultural relations between the two countries, prospects of trade turnover and cultural cooperation, as well as expansion of the legal framework were in focus of the discussion. The parties hailed the dynamic development of Armenian- Czech political dialogue, citing opening of RA embassy in Prague as a proof. Issues related to enhancing cooperation in European and international institutions, the Association Agreement talks, prospects of expanding relations with the EU were also discussed. The meeting participants further exchanged views on foreign policy priorities, Nagorno Karabakh conflict resolution and regional security issues. Top stories The Cabinet of Ministers decided on Thursday, November 9 to allocated AMD 120 million to arrange the gathering. Michael Roth believes sanctions must be put on the table after Baku‘s ethnic cleansing in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Yerevan City Council has elected Tigran Avniyan from the ruling Civil Contract as the mayor of the Armenian capital. The Armenian Parliament on Tuesday, October 3 voted to ratify the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. Partner news | U.S. warns Georgia not to side with Moscow against the west Georgia has been warned by the U.S. not to become an adversary of the west by falling back in line with Moscow. Power of One Dram sums up two-year program with Teach for Armenia Idram Junior also joined the companies during the visit, bringing with it a fascinating intellectual game for children Moscow slams EU mission in Armenia for “provocative activity” The EU mission is doing more and more against Armenia’s neighbors Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran, Mikhail Galuzin said. Yerevan Mayor to travel to Paris on May 15-19 The official delegation headed by Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan will travel to Paris from May 15 to 19. |