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EU Visa Liberalization Talks: A New Phase in Armenia-EU Relations
Armenia’s Minister of Internal Affairs, delivered a key speech at the “Expanding Armenia-EU Partnership” event, marking the seventh anniversary of the signing of the Armenia-EU Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Her remarks not only highlighted significant milestones in Armenia-EU…
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EU Expands Support for Energy-Efficient Renovations in Yerevan
The European Union is advancing its efforts to promote energy efficiency in Armenia through a €10 million grant. This grant complements a €25 million loan agreement signed in November 2023 with EIB Global. The initiative aims to renovate over 100,000…
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Azerbaijan’s Russian GasWash for Europe
Azerbaijan’s gaswashing grows role in European energy markets as an alternative to Russian gas, while also exposing the potential indirect benefits Moscow gains through this arrangement, the Politico article highlights. Europe has turned to Azerbaijan as part of its strategy…
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Armenia’s First EU-Standard Sanitary Landfill Under Construction for Kotayk and Gegharkunik Regions
Armenia is currently building its first sanitary landfill that meets EU standards as part of the “Solid Waste Management Program for Kotayk and Gegharkunik Regions”, implemented under an international agreement between the Republic of Armenia and the European Bank for…
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Tbilisi Protests: Police Crackdowns, Opposition Strategies, and Calls for Constitutional Review
The ongoing protests in Tbilisi over the disputed October 26 elections reflect growing tensions in Georgia’s political landscape, underscored by police crackdowns and opposition-led resistance. The developments highlight concerns about democratic governance, freedom of assembly, and media rights in the…
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EU AI Act: A New Era in Artificial Intelligence Regulation
The European Union’s Artificial Intelligence Act, which officially came into force on August 1, 2024, marks a watershed moment in global technology regulation. This pioneering legislation establishes the world’s first comprehensive legal framework for AI technologies, aiming to foster innovation…
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EU Releases First Draft of General Purpose AI Code as Part of AI Act
The European Union has unveiled the first draft of the general-purpose AI code of practice under its groundbreaking AI Act, aiming to regulate and ensure the safe and trustworthy deployment of artificial intelligence models. The draft applies to providers of…
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Meta Fined €798 Million in Europe Over Anticompetitive Marketplace Practices
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has been hit with a €797.72 million fine by the European Commission for alleged anticompetitive practices involving Facebook Marketplace. The European regulators ruled that Meta abused its dominant position by linking…
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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia increase imports from the EU
Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Armenia have increased imports from the European Union by $5.8 billion during the past year and a half since the onset of the Ukraine war. Concurrently, exports from EAEU countries to…
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European Parliament hosts exhibition dedicated to Sergei Parajanov’s 100th anniversary
The European Parliament recently opened an exhibition dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Sergei Parajanov. Organized by the Armenian and Ukrainian representations in the EU, the event was hosted by Czech MEP Markéta Gregorová. Speaking at the event in Brussels,…
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EU Nears 1 Million Artillery Shell Deliveries to Ukraine
The European Union’s commitment to deliver approximately one million artillery shells to Ukraine underscores a significant escalation in military support amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. EU High Representative Josep Borrell has confirmed that over 980,000 shells have already been…
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EU Declares It Doesn’t Want a Trade War with China
The EU ambassador to China, Jorge Toledo, stated that the European Union does not seek a trade war with China but is concerned about discriminatory practices in the medical equipment sector. Toledo noted that European manufacturers face competitive challenges in…
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EU Investigates Oil Rebranding Schemes in Turkey to Bypass Russia Sanctions
The EU’s anti-fraud bureau OLAF has launched an investigation into oil rebranding schemes in Turkey that allow Russian oil to be imported into the EU under a different label. According to Politico, Russian fuel rebranded in Turkey enters the EU…
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Armenian-EU Trade and Economic Cooperation Discussed by Minister Papoyan and Ambassador Maragos
Armenian Minister of Economy met with EU Ambassador Vassilis Maragos to discuss Armenian-EU trade and economic cooperation. The talks included discussions on EU investments in Armenia’s logistics infrastructure and expanding support mechanisms for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
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EU Leaders Congratulate Sandu on Election Victory
European leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen and Emmanuel Macron, congratulated Moldova’s President Maia Sandu on her victory in the elections. Macron emphasized that democracy prevailed over all challenges. This win is seen as a clear signal of the Moldovan…