Nicolas Sarkozy charged Patrick Devedjian to lead ruling party of FranceMay 18, 2007 - 19:30 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Former Industry Minister of France Patrick Devedjian will occupy the post of Secretary General of the ruling UMP party. This post was vacant after former UMP leader Nicolas Sarkozy was elected France's new President. At the meeting with Devedjian held on May 17 Sarkozy noted that charges him with the job of party leader and by doing that he lays on Devedjian a great responsibility. Sarkozy also wished the ex-Minister of Industry to take his new responsibilities as soon as possible, IA Regnum reports citing Armenian Public Television. The newly elected French President today on May 18 formed the new government, which includes 15 ministers. Seven ministers are women. Particularly ex-Defense Minister Michele Alliot-Marie is appointed as Minister of Interior and Overseas Territories. Rachida Dati is appointed as Justice Minister. The portfolio of Foreign Minister received socialist Bernard Kouchner and Herve Morin became the Defense Minister. Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. 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". Partner news | SBP instant transfers now available from 190 Russian banks to Armenia To receive money from Russian banks, easywallet users need to go to their easywallet accounts. Lemkin Institute urges Armenia to respect people’s right to dissent The Lemkin Institute has urged the Armenian government to respect people’s fundamental human right to express their dissent. French-Armenian journalist returns to France after 41-day hunger strike Nicolian said on social media on Sunday, June 2 that he needs to improve his health in order to “continue the fight”. Iran’s Red Crescent sends aid to Armenia’s flood-hit regions The Iranian Red Crescent Society has sent humanitarian aid to the victims of deadly floods that hit northern Armenia on May 25-26. |