EuFoA hails EP resolution on increasing contacts with KarabakhApril 8, 2011 - 15:32 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - European Friends of Armenia (EuFoA) strongly welcomes the new European Parliament (EP) resolution on the European Neighborhood Policy (ENP). The plenary adopted the text yesterday, 7 April 2011, which is a review of the Eastern Dimension of the ENP and summarises the EU’s policy vis-a-vis Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine. “Today is EuFoA’s second anniversary and we are very happy about this present, because the resolution is a strong signal by the EU to support the ENP countries and in particular Armenia. It is also politically courageous as it demands the institution of a new EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus and Moldova. It generally demands more efforts to resolve protracted conflicts, and specifically mentions increased contacts with the societies in the breakaway regions, such as Nagorno-Karabakh. We also strongly welcome the EP’s support for the ongoing negotiations about Visa Facilitation and the creation of a Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area,” commented EuFoA Secretary General Dr Michael Kambeck. 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. Armenia's Davit Chaloyan qualifies for Paris Olympics The Armenian boxer qualified for Paris Olympics after a series of successful bouts at the 2nd World Qualification Tournament. 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”. |