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Armenia Drafts New Law on General Safety of Non-Food Products: A Step Towards EU Standards
Armenia is drafting a new law on the general safety of non-food products, aiming to enhance consumer protection and align legislation with EU standards. Learn about the key provisions of this draft law.
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Trump ‘Considering’ Sanctions on Russia After Large-Scale Bombardment of Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has threatened new sanctions against Russia following recent large-scale attacks on Ukraine. Learn more about the escalating tensions and international diplomatic efforts.
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EU Unveils €150 Billion Defense Plan Amid US Aid Uncertainty for Ukraine
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presents a €150 billion defense plan for the EU, aiming to bolster security and increase aid to Ukraine as US aid faces uncertainty.
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Armenian MFA on POWs in Baku, Delayed US Border Team: ‘Concrete Steps Unsatisfactory’
Armenian Deputy FM Paruyr Hovhannisyan addresses POW issue in Baku and delay of US border control team, stating current steps are ‘unsatisfactory’.
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Armenia’s Food Safety: Analyzing Amendments to Pesticide and Agrochemical Regulations
Protecting Consumers and the Environment Through Updated Rules Armenia is modernizing its approach to food safety and environmental protection by amending Decree No. 1266, governing pesticide and agrochemical registration. These changes prioritize alignment with international standards and stricter oversight of…
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Strengthening Security: NATO-EU Cooperation in European Defense
During an informal meeting of EU leaders in Brussels on February 3, 2025, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte delivered a significant message regarding European security and defense. The central theme of his remarks was the critical importance of a strong…
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EU Ambassadors to Decide on Extending the Monitoring Mission in Armenia
EU ambassadors are set to meet in Brussels today to discuss and decide on the extension of the European Union’s monitoring mission in Armenia. According to Rikard Jozwiak, Europe editor at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, unless unexpected developments arise, the…
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Georgia Protests: Detentions, “Foreign Agents” Law, and Demands for Reform (Jan 20-24)
Protests in Georgia intensified between January 20-24, 2024, driven by public dissatisfaction with the government’s policies and actions. Demonstrations across cities like Tbilisi, Batumi, and Zugdidi focused on key issues: the release of detained activists, opposition to the controversial “Foreign…
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Navigating the Narrative Battlefield: Armenia’s Response to Disinformation in the South Caucasus
Recent developments in the South Caucasus have placed Armenia at the center of a concerted disinformation campaign, demanding a strategic and multifaceted response. Statements from Azerbaijani and Russian officials reveal a coordinated effort to portray Armenia as an aggressor and…
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Georgia in Deepening Crisis: Pro-European Protests Intensify Amid Strikes, Arrests, and Violence (January 11-15, 2025)
The week of January 11-15, 2025, witnessed a sharp escalation of political turmoil in Georgia, marked by mass protests, targeted assaults on opposition figures, arrests of journalists and activists, and a nationwide strike. These events signal a deepening crisis and…
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The EU’s Role in Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Talks: Challenges and Commitments
The European Union continues to play a pivotal role in fostering dialogue between Armenia and Azerbaijan, emphasizing the importance of goodwill, the avoidance of inflammatory rhetoric, and the rejection of threats or the use of force in negotiations. Speaking with…
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Securing Armenia’s Nuclear Future: EU’s €12.9 Million Boost for ANPP Safety
Armenia’s commitment to nuclear safety received a significant boost with the government’s approval of a financial agreement with the European Commission on December 27th. This agreement secures a €12.9 million technical assistance grant from the EU, earmarked for enhancing nuclear…
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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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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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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…