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 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 | 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. |