Ukrainian diplomats depart from pro-Azerbaijani course, expert saysJuly 18, 2011 - 16:01 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Absence of any serious differences between Armenia and Ukraine, as well as age-long peaceful cohabitation are important factors in improvement of bilateral ties, according to the expert at Ukrainian Meridian social studies center. As Oleg Smirnovstated, the recent visit of Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan to Ukraine became a vivid proof that the authorities of the two courtiers are ready to actively develop political and economic ties. “There’s no sense in commenting on the reasons of political stagnation between Kyiv and Yerevan; the reason is well known and much discussed by media. What’s more important is Armenia-Ukraine cooperation perspectives which have serious potential,” he said. According to the expert, representatives of diplomatic and ruling circles of Ukraine have realized the necessity of the departure from a stringent pro-Azerbaijani foreign policy course, at the same time attempting to develop all-round cooperation with all South Caucasus states, Analitika.at.ua reported. 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 | Welcome to CaseKey 2024. Byblos Bank Armenia firmly stands by future innovators Strategic business cases, invaluable experience, innovative approaches and more than 25 events are in store for the participants of CaseKey 2024. Macron honors Charles Aznavour on 100th anniversary French President Emmanuel Macron has paid tribute to the memory of French-Armenian crooner Charles Aznavour. Blinken says U.S. reviewing a number of aid requests from Armenia He said the U.S. is reviewing the requests to determine what more it can do to increase its assistance to Armenia. At least 2 CSTO members participated in preparing 44-day war against Armenia – PM Nikol Pashinyan has declared that at least two CSTO member countries participated in preparations for the 44-day war against Armenia. |