international cooperation
Lyon Hosts “Solidarity for Armenia” Workshop to Support Nagorno-Karabakh Refugees
Lyon Municipality and the French Senate co-organized “Solidarity for Armenia” workshop, focusing on aid for Nagorno-Karabakh refugees. Key areas: healthcare, economy, legal support, cultural heritage.
USAID Transferred Half of Promised $250M to Armenia Before Funding Freeze
USAID disbursed $110 million to Armenia in 2024, nearly half of the pledged $250 million, before a funding freeze.
Chief of the General Staff of the Armenian Armed Forces Was Presented in Munich Security Conference
Armenian Chief of General Staff Edward Asryan participated in the Munich Security Conference and held meetings with counterparts from several countries.
Armenia and Brazil Sign Agreement to Strengthen Sports Collaboration
Armenia and Brazil took a significant step towards fostering mutual ties in the realm of sports by signing a memorandum of understanding on January 9, 2025. This agreement, approved during the Armenian government’s session, aims to enhance collaboration in physical education and sports between the two nations, emphasizing the development of friendly relations and the…
Armenia’s Duality in Foreign Policy and Diplomatic Expansion in 2024
Armenia’s foreign policy in 2024 was marked by both an expansion of diplomatic ties and unresolved fundamental issues related to regional security, human rights protection, and geopolitical orientation. The broadening of Armenia’s diplomatic activities, alongside certain shortcomings in addressing core challenges, reflects the dual nature of the country’s foreign relations. One notable event in 2024…
New Orleans New Year’s Tragedy: Vehicle Attack Shatters Festivities and Sparks Global Concerns
The dawn of 2025 in New Orleans was overshadowed by tragedy as a deliberate vehicle attack shattered the jubilant New Year’s celebrations in the city’s historic French Quarter. The horrifying incident resulted in the deaths of at least 15 individuals and left dozens injured. It has been classified by the FBI as an “act of…
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 safety, radiation protection, and radioactive waste management infrastructure at the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP).…
The Kessler Syndrome: A Looming Threat to Our Technological Future in Space
The growing problem of space debris poses a significant threat not only to orbiting satellites and space stations but also to the very technologies that underpin our daily lives. Recent events, such as the breakup of China’s Long March 6A rocket in orbit, which generated hundreds of new pieces of debris, have once again brought…
Cyprus Delegation to Participate in PACE Legal Affairs Session in Yerevan
From December 8-12, Yerevan will host a session of the Committee on Legal Affairs and Human Rights of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE). A delegation from Cyprus, led by Konstantinos Efstathiou, will arrive in Armenia to participate in the discussions. Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly, Alen Simonyan, has issued an…
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 opposing geopolitical changes and the so-called “Zangezur Corridor.” Sobhani emphasized the longstanding friendship between Armenia…
