Latvia not ready to recognize Artsakh independence, FM saysNovember 15, 2012 - 17:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Latvia is not ready yet to recognize Nagorno Karabakh Republic, Latvian Foreign Minister said. “Solution to Karabakh problem must be based on the principles of territorial integrity and peoples’ right to self-determination,” Edgars Rinkēvičs told a joint press conference with Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian, noting peaceful settlement of the issue as the only acceptable option. The Latvian Minister said discussions on Artsakh recognition will not foster the problem solution and stressed the need to continue negotiations. Top stories Achieving stable peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan remains a priority of the OSCE, said Ian Borg. 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. Partner news | Armenia, Turkey discuss restoration of historic bridge The meeting took place on May 17 in Ashgabat on the sidelines of an international conference of ministers of culture. India wants Armenia’s proposals on use of Chabahar port India is expecting proposals from Armenia regarding the use of Chabahar port in Iran, Indian ambassador says. EU welcomes Armenia-Azerbaijan “progress” The EU has welcomed “progress” made in the framework of the Armenia-Azerbaijan border delimitation process. Belarus opposition leader slams Lukashenko for Karabakh trip Belarusian opposition politician Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya has harshly criticized the visit of Lukashenko to Karabakh. |