Sabine Freizer: shift of power in Armenia positive for Karabakh processJune 3, 2008 - 14:50 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The meeting of Azerbaijani and Armenian Presidents is of great importance, according to International Crisis Group Europe Program Director."I am hopeful that the presidents will agree to review the proposals of OSCE Minsk Group Co-Chairs", Ms. Sabine Freizer said, adding that the current situation is too sensitive due to presidential elections in both countries. "The Armenian election was accompanied by rallies and mass discontent. Election is to take place in a few months in Azerbaijan. Both countries are engaged in internal processes, that is why I call the situation sensitive," she said. Assessing the shift of power in Armenia, Ms. Freizer said it would have a positive impact on the talks. "I am hopeful that Serzh Sargsyan will take a constructive stand and will give an impetus to the peaceful process. However, it's premature to make conclusions before the presidential meeting," she said, the Azeri Press Agency reports. 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 | EU to provide budgetary support to Armenia The agreement is aimed at increasing the competitiveness of the educational system of Armenia. Aliyev: No peace treaty unless Armenia changes constitution Azerbaijan will not sign a peace treaty with Armenia unless the latter changes its constitution, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said. Azerbaijan proposes Armenia to jointly seek cancelation of Minak Group The Azerbaijani President maintained that the move will show “how sincere Armenia is.” Seven injured in massive gas station explosion in Armenia The Investigative Committee of Armenia has unveiled details about a massive explosion at a gas station on the Yerevan-Sevan highway. |