Politics
Mirzoyan and Olle Burell discuss cooperation possibilities between Yerevan and Stockholm
On November 12, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with Olle Burell, the Chair of Stockholm’s City Council. During their meeting, they discussed opportunities for cooperation between Yerevan and Stockholm, emphasizing areas such as green transition, urban innovations, and women’s…
Can a 4% Cut in Public Spending and Economic Growth Curb Emigration in Armenia?
Armenia’s 2025 budget proposal includes a 4% cut in public administration spending, aiming to enhance resource efficiency and reallocate funds to critical areas. According to the Minister of Finance, this budgetary reduction is designed to encourage state agencies to prioritize…
Catholicos Aram I Meets Armenia’s Ambassador to Lebanon
Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia, Aram I, welcomed Armenian Ambassador to Lebanon Vahagn Atabekyan. During their meeting, they discussed Armenia-Diaspora relations and the current situation in Lebanon. The Catholicos shared his views on these topics, emphasizing the importance…
Tehran Supports Open Transport Links with Respect for Armenian Sovereignty, Says Iranian Ambassador
Iran’s Ambassador to Armenia, Mehdi Sobhani, stated during the “Armenia-Iran: Current Cooperation and New Prospects” conference that Iran welcomes the opening of regional transport routes while respecting Armenia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. According to Sobhani, Iran’s stance is clear in…
Hayk Marutyan Launches Petition Against Planned Public Transport Fare Increase
Former Yerevan Mayor Hayk Marutyan announced a petition to oppose the planned public transport fare increase set for January 1. Marutyan criticized the authorities for failing to smoothly implement the electronic payment system, which has caused issues for residents. He…
Armenia-France Friendship Room Opens at the UN Office in Geneva
An Armenia-France Friendship Room was inaugurated at the UN Office in Geneva, featuring works by Armenian artist Jean Boghossian symbolizing Armenian-French relations. This room will now host international events, commemorating the enduring bond between Armenia and France.
Former Shimon Peres Advisor Urges Israel to Recognize Armenian Genocide
Nadav Tamir, former advisor to Israeli President Shimon Peres, has published an article in Ynet calling for Israel to recognize the Armenian Genocide and establish an embassy in Yerevan. Despite strategic relations with Azerbaijan, he argues that Israel should be…
Is BRICS’s Potential Being Overestimated?
According to Azat TV, Arman Vardanyan, a member of the Bruntsk Civilian Initiative, made a post on his Facebook page stating: “There’s a lot of talk and writing about BRICS these days. Is the potential of this union being overestimated?…
Biden’s Letters: New Opportunities or Diplomatic Formality?
Azat TV reports, that the letters addressed by US President Joe Biden to Armenia’s Prime Minister and Azerbaijan’s President have sparked new discussions about the prospects for regional peace. However, how much can these diplomatic steps bring about real change?…
U.S.-Armenia Partnership Strengthens Border Security Capabilities
According to Azat TV the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing Armenia’s border security through a new specialized training program. This morning, U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission David Allen inaugurated a five-day intensive course for…