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Armenia Plans $500M Gaming and Tourism Complex in Yerevan
Armenia eyes $500 million tourism and gaming investment in Yerevan
Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan met with Global Tribe Gaming representatives on August 6 to advance a major investment project in Yerevan. The integrated gaming, hospitality, entertainment and tourism complex is being developed in partnership with Dvin Hotel Complex a
Armenian Official Discusses Security Threats, Peace Process
We See a Threat and Try to Find a Solution; You Choose to Exploit It, Rubinyan Says
A senior Armenian official addressed concerns about the country's security situation, stating that Armenia views external threats as a catalyst for finding solutions rather than a cause for exploitation. According to Massis Post, the official—identified as Rubinyan—contrasted Arm
PM Pashinyan Attends Eurasian Council Meeting in Kyrgyzstan
PM Pashinyan arrives in Kyrgyzstan for Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan arrived in the Kyrgyz Republic for a working visit focused on regional economic cooperation. He was received at Issyk-Kul International Airport in Cholpon-Ata by Deputy Chairman of Kyrgyzstan's Cabinet of Ministers Erlist Akunbekov. The visit center
Azerbaijan pressures Armenia to alter Constitution
Concessions under the guise of constitutional reform
Azerbaijan is publicly demanding that Armenia remove constitutional references to its 1990 Declaration of Independence as a condition for a peace agreement, according to statements by Azerbaijani presidential aide Hikmet Hajiyev on Aug. 4. Baku characterizes references in Armenia
Armenian PM Meets U.S. Adviser on Peace Process
Armenian Prime Minister and Senior U.S. Adviser Discuss Peace Process and TRIPP Project
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Aryeh Lightstone, a senior adviser to the U.S. administration, in Yerevan to discuss ongoing peace efforts in the region. The talks also covered the TRIPP (Trade and Investment Partnership Program) project, which aims to foster economic coo
Pashinyan Meets U.S. Special Envoy Advisor on Peace Efforts
Pashinyan, Senior Advisor to the U.S. Special Envoy for Peace Missions Discuss TRIPP Project
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with a senior advisor to the U.S. Special Envoy for Peace Missions to discuss ongoing diplomatic initiatives, according to his office. During the meeting, Pashinyan emphasized the role of the United States and President Donald Trump in
AGBU President Sam Simonian Receives Armenia's State Honor
AGBU President Sam Simonian honored for lifelong service to Armenia
Armenia's President Vahagn Khachaturyan has awarded Sam Simonian, president of the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU), the First Class Order "For Services to the Homeland" in recognition of Republic Day. The decoration honors Simonian's contributions to education, science,
Russian Ballistic Missiles Strike Kyiv, Kill At Least 17
Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv kills at least 17
Russia launched a major attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv with ballistic missiles and drones early Wednesday, killing at least 17 people and injuring 44 others, according to President Volodymyr Zelensky. The strike, among the deadliest on Kyiv this year, damaged residential buildi
Armenian Foreign Ministry Denies Migrant Detention Center Talks
Armenian Foreign Ministry: No Discussions Held on Establishing Migrant Detention Center in Armenia
Armenia's Foreign Ministry has stated that no proposals have been presented to the government regarding the establishment of a migrant detention center in the country. The statement comes amid international discussions about migration management in the region. The ministry's clar
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Armand Alaverdian (Pianist) Los Angeles
Armand Alaverdian is a pianist based in Los Angeles offering live music for weddings, special events, and private functions. He also provides piano instruction for students of various skill levels. With a perfect rating from clients, he brings professional musicianship to celebrations and educational settings throughout the greater Los Angeles area.
Argentina Establishes Parliamentary Friendship Group with Armenia
Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies establishes Parliamentary Friendship Group with Armenia
Argentina's Chamber of Deputies officially formed a Parliamentary Friendship Group with Armenia during a ceremony on August 4, according to Public Radio of Armenia. The group, chaired by Deputy María Luisa González Estevarena, includes representatives from the Chamber of Deputies
Armenia and India Strengthen Defense Cooperation Ties
Armenia, India discuss bilateral defense cooperation
Armenia's Ambassador to India Vahagn Afyan met with India's newly appointed Joint Secretary for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Defense, Amit Telang, on August 4. The meeting also included Armenia's Defense Attaché to India, Colonel Arkadi Tonoyan. Discussions center
Armenia Receives 1,141 Applications from International University Graduates
Government Receives 1,141 Applications from Graduates of Leading International Universities
The Armenian government has received 1,141 applications from graduates of leading international universities, according to an announcement from Yerevan. The initiative appears designed to attract talent and expertise from abroad, potentially as part of efforts to strengthen Armen