The Information and Public Relations Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Artsakh Republic commented on the information that the United States stopped funding the "HALO Trust"
Aurora directs #AraratChallenge funds to support Armenian health professionals on the front lines with ten lung ventilation devices. March 23, 2020 - On behalf of the partners and supporters of
On 21 March President Bako Sahakyan met in Stepanakert with President of the Republic of Armenia Armen Sarkissian. Issues related to the cooperation between the two Armenian republics were on
We have attempted to publish this open letter in Armenian Weekly, a Diaspora based media with a large readership among American and Canadian Armenians. We thought to address the
MANILA, PHILIPPINES (18 March 2020) — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) announced a $6.5 billion initial package to address the immediate needs of its developing member countries (DMCs) as
The Court of Appeal, presided by Judge Harutyun Yenokyan, published the decision made as the result of the examination of the appeal filed by IDBank against the decision of
Co-founder and Chair of IMAGINE will contribute to the Aurora Prize Laureate selection process March 12, 2020 – Yerevan, Armenia – The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative has confirmed the appointment of
78% of mid-market businesses globally are actively working on removing barriers to gender parity at senior levels according to the latest research from Grant Thornton’s International Business Report. The number
On 3 March Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received the Armenian Central Bank chairman Arthur Javadyan. Different issues related to cooperation between the two Armenian states in the banking sphere
Asya Darbinyan with a research project Armenian Refugees of the War and Genocide and Russian Imperial Humanitarianism and a team of scholars led by Knar Khachatryan with their project
On 25 February Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan participated at the opening of the conference of the ARF Hay Dat committees and offices launched in Stepanakert. In his speech, President
In January 2020, a number of documents and information about Lydian International became accessible to the public. The reason why this was possible is that in December 2019 Lydian
On 20 February President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address on the Artsakh Revival Day. The address runs as follows: “Dear compatriots, On behalf of the Artsakh Republic authorities and myself personally
The Appeal of the Head of the International Independent Legal and Scientific Center of Evaluation and Expertise for Reparations and Restitutions academician Martik Gasparyan for awarding Garo Paylan with
On 18 February Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received minister of high-tech industry of the Republic of Armenia Hakob Arshakyan. A range of issues related to the development of knowledge-intensive
During a 3-day capacity-building and problem-centered learning workshop representatives from “Work Armenia” working group and public servants will learn the nuances of behavioral experiments The Edu2Work project was launched six
On February 6, Artak Beglaryan, Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Artsakh, received Robert Syfret, Programme Manager of Artsakh HALO Trust international humanitarian organization. Issues related demining process in
The formation of the Government of Western Armenia (and not only the government, but also the entire state system, as well as the parliament and the presidential system) was
Today a meeting was held at the head office of Heritage party with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the United States of America Ms. Lynne M. Tracy. During the
Year 2020 starts for Grant Thornton Armenia with changes in the governance and organizational structure that will serve to bring the firm’s new strategy and bold vision to life. In
The total volume of the 2nd tranche issuance is 5,000,000 US dollars, annual coupon yield is 5%, which will be paid quarterly, maturity of bonds is 27 months. In 2019,
IDBank is one of the first Armenian banks to go live with SWIFT global payment innovation (gpi) service. It allows to make cross-border payments service considerably faster and more
On 28 January Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address on the Day of Homeland Defender. The address runs as follows: “Dear compatriots, On behalf of the Artsakh Republic authorities
My dear compatriots, friends! My name is Saida Ohanyan and I`m the head of the International women's union of Hamshen Armenians «HAMSHENIAN», the deputy of the Parliament of Western Armenia.
On 21 January Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan partook in Stepanakert at a meeting of the Defense Army’s Military Council convoked to sum up the activities of the army
Grant Thornton International Ltd today announced global revenues of USD5.72 billion for the financial year ended 30 September 2019, up 5.1% on 2018. This result represents growth of 6.4%
The Republic of Armenia and the European Investment Bank signed a Nighbourhood Investment Platform Grant Agreement to support the implementation of the Armenia Road Safety Improvement Project. This Agreement
On November 13-22 the XXIII International professional wines and spirits contest took place in Moscow. ARARAT Apricot received a gold medal in "spirits" category. Wines and spirits from various countries
On 13 December Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the Talish village of the Martakert region and convened there a working consultation devoted to the activities being carried out
Results of the UNDP-RTF regional project "Regulatory Framework to Promote Energy Efficiency in Countries of the Eurasian Economic Union" were summarized at a closing workshop held in Yerevan on
Hrach Manukyan is a talented craftsman from Agarakadzor, engaged in pottery, woodworking and ironwork. He currently runs his own small workshop located on the hilltop of the village. The source
PAUL, the famous French bakery & café brand is coming to Armenia soon. The famous bakery operates cafes in 46 countries around the world. The Galaxy Group of Companies
YEREVAN, December 3, 2019 – Today, the Armenian Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF) announces the launch of a mobile application called Safe YOU, developed with the World Bank Group’s 2018
On December 1st, 2019, a souvenir sheet with one stamp dedicated to the theme “Prominent Armenians. 150th anniversary of Komitas” has been cancelled and put into circulation by “HayPost”
From now on, business customers of Universal Plus postpaid tariff plans of Ucom will be able to call all Russian networks using the inclusive minutes of the tariff plan
The Association of Eurasian Central Securities Depositories (AECSD) and the Advisory Committee on Financial Markets under the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) have signed a memorandum of
On 27 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited a range of military units of the Defense Army located in the central and eastern parts of the republic, got
Yesterday, on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, United Nations in Armenia organized a press conference in UN house, dedicated to the International Campaign of
November 22, 2019, Yerevan: On November 22 the Armenian Institute of International and Security Affairs hosted an off-the-record with Mr. Armen Grigoryan, Secretary of the Security Council of Armenia. In
Upon yet another invitation from “Leadership School” VivaCell-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian had an open door lecture “To dream and to Achieve” at the Ramada Hotel and Suits by
Today the Ministry of High-Tech Industry of Armenia hosted a press conference to announce the laureate of the Global IT Award2019. Speakers at the conference included Minister of High
On November the 16th Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received the delegation of the Armenian Central Bank led by its chairman Arthur Javadyan. A range of issues related to cooperation
On 15 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan was present at the opening ceremony of the library-reading hall of the “Matenadaran-Gandzasar” Scientific-Cultural Center in the Vank village of the
Attaching importance to the Cyber Security to protect customer’s assets and adhering to the security rules, IDBank launched a campaign to increase customers’ Cyber Security awareness. For about a month
Visa signs partnership agreement with FTSE250 TBC Bank’s Space, the first Georgian neobank, to develop innovative banking solutions in Georgia and beyond in the growing digital payments landscape Visa, the
On May 24th, 1915 the governments of England, France and Russia came up with special joint declaration, where three large countries publicly characterize the Turkish actions against Armenians as
In 2019 “Initiatives for Development of Armenia” (IDeA) Foundation partnered with football club “Pyunik” in reconstructing Dilijan stadium and re-equipping its adjacent facilities, as part of the foundation’s Dilijan
The “EcoThon Tavush” organized by Women in Climate and Energy (WICE) NGO in the frame of EcoQuest and in partnership with United World College Dilijan took place at the
On 8 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan met a group of members of the Belgian Francophone circles comprising deputies of the Belgian Federal and Regional Parliaments, representatives of
The final stage of the 14th International Microelectronics Olympiad took place in Armenia, at the “Synopsys Armenia” Education Department (SAED). This year the Olympiad attracted participants from all over the
Shanghai, CHINA--Raffi K. Hovannisian, Armenia's first minister of foreign affairs, the Heritage Party's political council chairman, and founding director of the Armenian Center for National and International and Studies
At 3pm today, the official press conference of the international robotics contest Robotex Armenia was held, with participation of speakers Karen Vardanyan, Executive Director at the Union of Advanced
On November 28, Hayastan All-Armenian Fund will kick off its 22nd annual telethon, which will be held under the slogan “To my beloved Armenia … Water and Sun for
November 1, 2019 – Yerevan, Armenia – Nominations for the 2020 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity are now closed. The nomination period had officially opened on May 16, 2019,
On October 28, a Memorandum of Understanding has been signed between the Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets, Mkhitar Sebastatsi Educational Complex and ArAves NGO. The signing
On 30 October Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan partook in a solemn event devoted to the Day of the Worker of the State Service on Emergency Situations. The President congratulated
Owing to the “MTS TV” mobile app you will no longer miss exclusive TV programs of Shant TV, including the entertainment programs and important football matches, you will be
New international platform convened thought leaders, change-makers and entrepreneurs from around the globe to discuss key issues facing the world today October 25, 2019 – Yerevan, Armenia – The first-ever
The 9th “SunChild” International Environmental Festival press conference revealed details about various exciting events within the framework of the festival program. The speakers at the press conference were VivaCell-MTS
Yerevan, 18 October, Embassy of India: The Embassy of India in Armenia and Indian Pharmaceutical Export Promotion Council (PHARMEXCIL-Pharmaceuticals Export Promoution Council), supported by the Indian Ministry of Commerce
The Armath engineering laboratories pavilion was always crowded during the days of DigiTec 2019 technological exhibition held at Yerevan Expo Center on October 6-9. The visitors, local and international
On October 21 tourists, “Aurora” forum guests and inhabitants of the neighboring communities took part in spiritual, educational and cultural festivities held in Tatev monastery complex. The eventful week of
In September of the current year the two airports of the Republic of Armenia served 324,755 people in total, thus exceeding the indicator of the same month of 2018
Creative Armenia is delighted to announce a new creative challenge for screenwriters, powered by Ucom. The $2,000 top prize will go to the screenwriter who can write the most
"Solving human-bear conflict in Vayots Dzor, Armenia" project, which will contribute to the resolution of the "human-bear" conflict in Vayots Dzor. It is well known that, because of the
On 16 October Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received OSCE Minsk Group co-chairs Igor Popov (Russian Federation), Stephane Visconti (France) and Andrew Schofer (USA), personal representative of the OSCE
October 15, 2019 – Yerevan, Armenia – The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative and organizing partners of the inaugural Aurora Forum are pleased to announce that the Yerevan Brandy Company, Armenia
On 14 October President Bako Sahakyan convened a working consultation with senior staff of the Artsakh Republic foreign ministry’s central apparatus and permanent representatives of the country abroad. Issues related
The 5th dollar tranche of IDBank coupon bonds issued in October 2017, is redeemed. The volume of the 5th tranche of the Bank was $ 5 million, the maturity of
Revival of Oriental Historical Heritage Fund is organizing one of the first events within Aurora Forum which will take place in Armenia and Artsakh on October 14-21 and will
Due to the long-term bilateral negotiations between “Armenia” International Airport” CJSC and Latvian AirBaltic airline management will restart direct air connection between Armenia and Latvia. The flights on Yerevan –
The photo of the Caucasian leopard, captured by trap cameras of Caucasus Wildlife Refuge was chosen by the Ministry of Environment and Central Bank of the Republic of Armenia
The first Aurora Forum, being held on October 14–21, will host events not only in Yerevan but also in Gyumri, Dilijan, Tatev, and Shushi. On October 17, Gyumri will host
There are large-scale construction works taken place in Gyumri “Shirak” Airport by "Armenia” International Airports” CJSC, new arrival hall is being built, apron is being reconstructed, the unpaved groundwork
Works on restoration of Gohar Agha Upper Mosque, 19th century architectural and religious landmark in Shushi, move closer to end Shushi, a town with unique and well-preserved architectural style, will
Embassy of India, Yerevan in collaboration with Russian Armenian University celebrates 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The Embassy of India, Yerevan in collaboration with the Russian Armenian University (RAU)
October 2, 2019 – The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative and the Armenia Tree Project are glad to announce that a tree-planting event in Tsitsernakaberd will be organized during the inaugural
On 27 September the greatest, most influential and important event of PR field (Public Relations) IPRA Golden World Awards 2019 award ceremony and Gala dinner took place in Yerevan. Around
The Foundation for the Preservation of Wildlife and Cultural Assets (FPWC) is expressing its concern about the periodic news reports about the people armed with firearms around Aragats Mountain. It
On 27 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the Hadrout region. In the Hadrout town the President took part at the opening ceremony of the maternity unit of the
Gratitude in Action Takes Center Stage at the First of its Kind #AraratChallenge Fest Aurora Prize Ceremony and Aurora Tribute and Fundraising Concert announced for the #AraratChallenge Fest, a part of
From now on, Abovyan branch of IDBank will go on operating in Tartui str. 1/1. It was mentioned in the Bank, just like the other newly opened branches, in Abovyan
As part of the Aurora Forum, visitors to Tatev Monastery have the opportunity to experience a unique exhibition dedicated to the 150th anniversary of Komitas Vardapet. September 25, 2019, Yerevan,
Dear Raul Dzhumkovich! On behalf of the International women's Association of Hamshen Armenians «AMSHENKA» and from myself personally I congratulate You on your reelection as head of state. For a quarter
World-renowned musician, humanitarian to headline the two-day festival filled with inspiring public talks, lectures, master classes and charity initiatives to facilitate humanitarian action. September 23, 2019 – Dana Leong, the
On 20.09.2019, the Yerevan Court of General Jurisdiction announced the court verdict concerning the case of “ARZNI” LLC and Bankruptcy Manager of the same LLC vs. Anelik Bank, for
Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree conferring the military rank of lieutenant-general to Artsakh Republic Defense minister, commander of the Defense Army Karen Abrahamyan. Handing in the lieutenant-general
On 19 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received president of the Armenian Athletic Federation Robert Emmiyan and prominent opera tenor Vahram Tadevosyan. Issues related to the development of sports,
The international community joins efforts to support the National Assembly of Armenia to enhance its overall efficiency as a policy-making institution and strengthen the capacity to deliver on its
On 16 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a letter of condolences to His Holiness, Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I. The letter reads: “On behalf of
The joint project of Institute of Public Policy and Armenia National SDG Innovation Lab to help unlock opportunities for qualified workforce by linking data, people, and policies Yerevan, 11 September
Within “Recycle it!” project, funded by UNDP/GEF Small Grants Programme and Coca Cola Foundation, launched in 2018, the RA Government, 12 ministries and their subdivisions have started to sort
September 6, Dilijan. The new academic year has started in UWC Dilijan. The college opened its doors to 117 new students and now has 226 students in total coming
On 6 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received secretary of the Republic of Armenia Security Council Armen Grigoryan. Issues related to the cooperation between the two Armenian republics in
Globally recognized humanitarian, physician and Chair of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative will reflect on his experience treating patients in remote, war-torn areas of Sudan and offer insights on the
On 2 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received executive staff of the central apparatus, diplomatic corps and consular missions of the Republic of Armenia foreign ministry at the
On 2 September a meeting was held between Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan and chairman of the Republic of Armenia National Assembly Ararat Mirzoyan, who had arrived in Artsakh
On 2 September President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the Day of the Artsakh Republic. The address runs as follows: “Dear fellow citizens, On behalf of the
A one year project “How to SART UP for Young People” is financed by European Commission within Erasmus Plus projects and will be devoted to fighting against unemployment among
Currently 18000 children in Armenia have no shoes, proper clothing and school items. IDBank joins World Vision Armenia’s new ‘Back to school’ fundraising campaign that aims to provide essential school
On 12 August Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory letter to Russian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Vladimir Kazimirov in connection with his 90th birthday. The letter runs as
On 7 August Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan had a meeting with the members of the Pan-Armenian Games World Committee led by head of the structure Ishkhan Zakharyan. President Sahakyan
Only community-based, healthy and environment-friendly sound development can contribute to the sustainable development of the state. Vayots Dzor is full of big and small wonders that complement each other,
YEREVAN – In 2014, on the eve of the Centennial of the Armenian Genocide, a Consortium was formed between six organizations to reach out to the children of the
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative is honored to announce that Benjamin Ferencz, world famous peace and human rights activist, has joined the Selection Committee of the Aurora Prize for Awakening
On 21 July Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan attended the final of the international sport dance contest-festival held in Stepanakert and handed in awards to the winners. The President noted
On 16 July Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan chaired the Government’s meeting. While discussing issues on the agenda, the President gave appropriate instructions to the heads of concerned structures towards
July, 2019, Yerevan, Armenia- “China-Eurasia” Council for Political and Strategic Research, Russian-Armenian University (RAU) and “Europe Goes Silk Road” jointly organized academic Seminar “Europe Goes Silk Road through Armenia”.
On July 2, 2019, the U.S. Embassy celebrated the 243rd anniversary of the independence of the United States of America with an evening of Motown music, American food, and
On 24 June President Bako Sahakyan convoked a consultation on the establishment of the Artsakh Republic Investigation Committee. The Head of the State highlighted the formation of the structure giving
On 24 June President Bako Sahakyan was present in Stepanakert at the presentation of the selected landmark decisions of the Artsakh Republic Supreme Court. The Head of the State stressed
President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree appointing major-general Michael Arzoumanyan deputy commander of the Artsakh Republic Defense Army. CENTRAL INFORMATION DEPARTMENT OF THE OFFICE OF THE ARTSAKH REPUBLIC
From July 12 Russian Smartavia Airline will be operating three flights per week along the route Yerevan – Moscow (Domodedovo Airport) – Yerevan. Flights will operate on a Boeing 737-800
June 24, 2019 – The fourth Aurora Prize Ceremony will take place in Yerevan on October 20, 2019 and will be divided into a two-part ceremony, featuring the Aurora
Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree according to which major-general Vardan Balayan was released from the position of deputy commander of the Artsakh Republic Defense Army and
We are very pleased to extend an invitation to you to attend the AECP-CHLA 17th International Conference on ophthalmology, neonatology and endocrinology to be held on July 22-23, 2019,
Within the frames of Days of Armenian Culture, the first gastronomical experiment GOURMET FEST took place at Assunta Madre Restaurant on May 28 and became a step towards the
On May 29, Chairman of the “Free Homeland” party Arayik Harutyunyan received the parliamentary delegation of the "Alternative for Germany" (AfD) party, which included members of the Bundestag, Stephen
The Armenian Assembly non-governmental organization, with the participation and support of the Embassy of Armenia in Russia, as well as the Russian and New Nakhichevan Diocese of Armenian Apostolic
Yerevan--Today Armenian President Armen Sarkissian hosted Heritage Party chairman Andranik Grigoryan, vice chairwoman Narine Dilbaryan and board member Gagik Margaryan. During the meeting the parties discussed issues relating to the
On 24-28 June, 2019, a series of events featured under the “Armenia Engineering Week” headline will be held in Yerevan and Vanadzor by the initiative of the Government of
On May 18-19, 2019, the “Innovative ideas for tourism development in Armenia” hackathon was held at the Vanadzor Technology Center (VTC) for the second time. The hackathon was organized by
May 16, 2019 – As the world awaits the announcement of the 2019 Aurora Prize Laureate, nominations open for the 2020 Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity. This global annual
Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on the 2019 summer draft and demobilization to be held in July. CENTRAL INFORMATION DEPARTMENT OF THE OFFICE OF THE ARTSAKH REPUBLIC
Ucom remains loyal to its principle of prioritizing the local producers and provision of the local technical solutions, by replacing the old SVG TV-portal with a new and modern
We are delighted and proud to announce a new partnership between SPRING PR agency and IPRA, the International Public Relations Association. This year the Gala dinner and awards ceremony
“International Youth Studies” project’s last and evaluating meeting was held in Brussels The biggest youth organization in Armenia - the Federation of Youth Clubs of Armenia (FYCA) is implementing “International
On April 12, 2019 Lydian International disseminated an announcement stating that “the Administrative Court of the Republic of Armenia ruled in favour of Lydianand instructed the Armenian Police to remove trespassers and their
On 8 April Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan met with Catholicos of All Armenians Garegin II. A wide spectrum of issues related to the state-church relations, state building process in
"Erebuni" Historical and Archaeological Museum-Reserve will have a new building, equipped with new technologies. John D &SosiBalian Foundation in cooperation with IDeA Foundation, Erebuni Museum, and Yerevan Municipality will
President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree according to which major-general Samvel Karapetyan was released from the post of the deputy defense minister of the Artsakh Republic and separated from
Yerevan, 01 April 2019 – Today UNDP in Armenia signed an agreement with Granatus Ventures to establish and manage the Granatus Tech4SDG Fund. The Fund, with a target size
Within the EU4Youth initiative, funded by the European Union, Save the Children International Armenian Representative Office and World Vision Armenia conducted three assessments of Armenia’s labour market. The findings
IDeA Foundation launches Climate Uturn — an ecological platform that will focus on reforestation, waste prevention, energy saving, environmental standards development. A sustainable ecosystem is strategically important for the development
On March 27th, 2019, one postage stamp dedicated to the theme “Flora and Fauna of the Ancient World” has been cancelled and put into circulation by “HayPost” CJSC in
On 26 March Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan addressed a congratulatory message to Gladys Berejiklian, Premier of New South Wales of Australia. The message runs as follows: “Respected Ms. Berejiklian, On behalf
On March 26th, 2019, two postage stamps dedicated to the theme “Armenia-Portugal joint issue. 150th anniversary of Calouste Gulbenkian” have been cancelled and put into circulation by “HayPost” CJSC
On 25 March Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan convened a working consultation with the participation of the heads of the republic’s regional administrations to discuss issues related to the
Aurora Humanitarian Project will provide UWC students with an opportunity to help address critical humanitarian issues. Applications for the 2019 Aurora Humanitarian Project for UWC schools and colleges are now
On 22 March 2019 the results of the EUR 3.3 million project "Organic Agriculture Support Initiative (OASI)" funded by the European Union and co-funded and implemented by the Austrian
The International Economic Conference “Modeling the economy and politics for the optimal development” will be held on April 1 and 2, 2019 in Yerevan, Armenia. The aim of the
Pilot project – led by Government and UNDP and funded by Russia - to help unlock business and growth opportunities across the country Yerevan, 18 March 2019 – Armenia today
On 11 March Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan together with first lady Anahit Sahakyan met in the Stepanakert airport Premier Nikol Pashinyan of the Republic of Armenia and his
On 11 March Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan chaired the Government’s meeting. While discussing a dozen of questions on the agenda, the President gave appropriate instructions to the heads of
March 10, 2019 – The Aurora Forum is proud to announce that 111 influencers from political, academic, entertainment, and business sectors around the world have joined the Aurora Forum
On March 7 and 8 2019, a delegation headed by Suma Chakrabarti, President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) was on a visit to Armenia. In
On March 6-8, Human Rights Ombudsman of the RA Artak Beglaryan in Brussels met with some members of the European Parliament, EU officials
Opera singer, soprano, RA People’s Artist Hasmik Papyan has won in the category of Woman of the Year at the Armenian PR Awards. She was in Armenia at the
From now on, in addition to traditional donations, sponsors and partners of “Shirak Center” charitable programs can make an online donation on shirakcentre.am website, via DONATE button. The online
In February of the current year the two airports of the Republic of Armenia served 166 451 people in total, thus exceeding the indicator of the same month of
The European Union and “Initiatives for Development of Armenia (IDeA)” Foundation joined efforts to create 31 permanent jobs in Tavush region of Armenia. Within “Dilijan and Adjacent Communities Development Initiative”
On February 19, Hayk Yesayan, the Co-founder and Director General at Ucom, and Larisa Hovanisyan, the founder and head of “Teach for Armenia” foundation, conducted a discussion at the
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative brings global leaders and activists together at Munich Security Conference Side Event “Neglect 2 Protect: R2P Revisited” UN representatives, statesmen and prosecutors, NGOs and local heroes
11 February 2019, Yerevan “Free Citizen” Civic Initiative Support Center created short documentary, dedicated to the Youth Civic Activism in Armenia and Georgia during the last few years. The film
Aurora Humanitarian Initiative continues to support the Matenadaran, Armenia’s national repository of ancient manuscripts, with a new grant of $20,000. With these funds, the Matenadaran will commission the preparation
In January of the current year the two airports of the Republic of Armenia served 212 171 people in total, thus exceeding the indicator of the same month of
On 1 February President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan chaired the meeting of the Government. In his speech on the issues on the meeting agenda the President summed up
Millions of children living in countries affected by conflict and disaster lack access to vital child protection services, putting their safety, well-being and futures at risk, UNICEF warned today
Yerevan will become home to the first Innovation and Technology Park in the region to be constructed in Armenia. It will become the future workplace for more than 6000
New York, January 25 - Initiatives for Development of Armenia (IDeA) Foundation expands horizons to mobilize investments for implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in Armenia. On 25 January at
On 28 January within the frameworks of events dedicated to the 27th anniversary of the Formation of the Armenian Army Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan together with Armenian President
January 23, 2019, Yerevan. The first Aurora Forum will take place in Yerevan, Armenia on October 14-21, 2019. The Forum will bring together the world’s leading authorities on social,
he first Aurora Forum will take place in Yerevan, Armenia on October 14-21, 2019. The Forum will bring together the world’s leading authorities on social, scientific-technological, educational, and humanitarian
Dr. Garo Armen is the Founder, Chairman and CEO of Agenus, a US-based biotechnology company developing breakthrough treatments for cancer, and the Founder and Chairman of the Children of
IDBank's 6th time issued bonds were listed on the “Armenian Securities Exchange” (AMX) and these bonds will be included in the major list of bonds (Abond) from the 24th
Mr. Korioun Khatchadourian has been appointed as the new Managing Director of The Children of Armenia Fund (COAF) to lead the organization through its next phase of innovation and
Catarina Bjorlin Hansen has been appointed EBRD Regional Director for the Caucasus and will assume her new role based in Tbilisi on 1 April 2019. She replaces Bruno Balvanera
In the recent days Azerbaijan has started targeting the international partners of the “Gate to Heaven” film of filmmaker Jivan Avetisyan, putting public and private pressure on them in
Direct democracy won another victory in Armenia. On December 18, 2018 Jermuk Community Council adopted a decision to approve the collective petition of its community members on “Declaring Jermuk
Yerevan, 24 December 2018 - Initiatives for Development of Armenia (IDeA) Foundation and the European School of Management and Technology (ESMT Berlin) have launched a new partnership within the
One new postage stamp dedicated to the theme “Armenian statehood. 100th anniversary of the foundation of the telegraph agency of Armenia (Armenpress)” On December 21st, 2018, one postage stamp dedicated
On 20 December President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan partook at the plenary meeting of the National Assembly dedicated to the approval of the 2019 draft state budget. In
To mark the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime, AGBU continued its commitment to
On 20 December President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the Day of the National Security Serviceman. The address runs as follows: “Respected servicemen
On 19 December Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received the delegation of the “Lousavor Hayastan” Party headed by its leader Edmon Marukyan. The President congratulated the party on the results
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic) Masis Mayilian received the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to the
On 17 December Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Austria Armen Papikyan. The President congratulated Armen Papikyan on his appointment
On 17 December Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received acting minister of education and science of the Republic of Armenia Arayik Haroutyunyan. A range of issues related to the cooperation
December 13-16, 2018, Yerevan- leading scholars from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences were invited by the “China-Eurasia” Council for Political and Strategic Research, foundation to visit Armenia. Within
On December 14th, 2018, two postage stamps dedicated to the theme “Flora and Fauna of the Ancient World” were cancelled and put into circulation by “HayPost” CJSC in the
Leading global activists gather at Aurora Dialogues in Berlin to address global humanitarian issues, including refugee crisis and spread of populism Global humanitarian activists and organizations gathered at the Aurora
Co-Founders kick-start global Aurora Movement by welcoming 2017 Aurora Prize Laureate to represent organization 12 December 2018 – The Co-Founders of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative have announced Dr. Tom Catena,
Tom Catena, MD is a surgeon, veteran, catholic missionary, globally-recognised humanitarian, and inaugural Chair of the Aurora Humanitarian Initiative. In his role as Aurora Chair, Dr. Catena engages with politicians,
On 10 December President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the NKR State Independence Referendum and Constitution Day. The address runs as follows: “Dear Artsakh people, On behalf of
On December 7th, 2018, one postage stamp dedicated to the theme “Earthquake of Spitak” was cancelled and put into circulation by “HayPost” CJSC in the premises of Gyumri Municipality
This week the U.S. Embassy was pleased to welcome to Armenia a delegation from the U.S. state of Kansas headed by Governor Jeff Colyer and the Adjutant General of
On 7 December in connection with the 30th anniversary of the Spitak Earthquake Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan accompanied by top officials of the country visited the Stepanakert Memorial
December 3, 2018, Yerevan: Armenian PR Awards will be held for the third time this year by the initiative of “Armenian PR Association” scientific-informational NGO and supported by the
On November 30, 2018 over 25 representatives from banks, insurance, as well as credit organizations took part in a training course on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) 16, organized
Human Rights Ombudsman of the Republic of Artsakh Artak Beglaryan issued a statement on the violation of the rights of Arsen Baghdasaryan, the civilian of the Republic of Artsakh
On 30 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on the 2019 winter draft and demobilization. According to the decree in January 2019 male citizens of the Artsakh
On 30 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan partook at a festive event marking the Day of the Police Officer. The President congratulated the servicemen and veterans of the system
Aurora Humanitarian Initiative welcomes new members to the prestigious Selection Committee for the Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity 29 November 2018 – The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative has announced additions to
On November 28, 2018, the International Conference of Ministers of Transport of the States Parties to the Agreement on Transit and Transport Cooperation (Lapis Lazuli) began its work in
On 24 -26 November Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan met in Moscow with a group of Russian entrepreneurs and philanthropists of Armenian descent to discuss issues on the implementation
On 24 November 2018, in cooperation with the Armavir Development Center, Young European Ambassadors (YEAs) organized a meeting with the youth of Armavir and nearby communities to present the
On November 24, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic) Masis Mayilian met with the delegation of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic led by Vice
RA Ministry of transport, communication and information technologies hosted today a press conference to announce the laureate of the 2018 State Award of Republic of Armenia for Global Contribution
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