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Armenian PM, Azerbaijani President Meet in Bishkek
Armenian PM, Azerbaijani President holding a meeting in Bishkek
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev held a meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, according to Pashinyan's press secretary Melania Harutyunyan. Pashinyan traveled to the Kyrgyz capital to participate in Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit
Pashinyan and Modi Discuss Expanding Armenia-India Ties
Pashinyan and Modi Discuss Expanding Armenia-India Cooperation
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bishkek to discuss bilateral cooperation. Both leaders reaffirmed the strength of Armenia-India relations and committed to deepening partnership across multiple sectors, including economy, tec
Armenia wins three medals at 2026 MMA Youth World Championships
Armenia brings home three medals from 2026 MMA Youth World Championships
Armenia's 32-athlete team returned from the 2026 IMMAF Youth World Championships in Abu Dhabi with one gold medal and two bronze medals. Rafik Aleksanyan won gold in the Youth A 65.8 kg featherweight division after six consecutive victories, including a final decision over Uzbeki
Armenia, Türkiye discuss revival of Gyumri-Kars railway
Diplomats visit Armenia-Türkiye border, discuss revival of Gyumri-Kars railway
Armenia's Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan led a delegation of senior ministry officials and diplomatic mission heads to the Akhurik border crossing between Armenia and Türkiye as part of the annual gathering of Armenia's diplomatic service. The group visited Akhuryan railway sta
Lorik Humanitarian Fund Launches 2026-27 Scholarship Campaign
Lorik Humanitarian Fund launches 2026-27 scholarship campaign for Artsakh students
The Lorik Humanitarian Fund has launched its 2026-27 Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship Fund campaign to support students displaced from Artsakh. During the 2025-26 academic year, the fund distributed $60,810 in scholarships to 100 students across 27 Armenian educational institutions,
Pashinyan and Aliyev Meet on Peace, Economic Cooperation
Pashinyan, Aliyev discuss peace agreement, TRIPP and economic cooperation in Bishkek
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met August 31 in Bishkek during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit to discuss bilateral peace efforts. The leaders highlighted a joint declaration signed in Washington on August 8, 2025, in t
Zamanigian bequest funds international fellowships for Armenian physicians
Zamanigian bequest makes AECP international medical fellowships possible
A substantial estate gift from Mary Ann Zamanigian will establish international medical fellowships for Armenian physicians studying ophthalmology, according to the Armenian EyeCare Project. Dr. Arpine Petrosyan has been selected as the first Zamanigian Fellow and will complete a
Armenian, Tajik leaders discuss cooperation in Bishkek
Armenia, Tajikistan leaders discuss political dialogue, economic cooperation
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in Bishkek to advance bilateral relations between Armenia and Tajikistan. Rahmon congratulated Pashinyan on his reappointment and expressed commitment to expanding cooperation across multiple sectors. Pashinya
Armenia's Agriculture Sector Contracts 15.3% in Q2
Armenia’s Exports and Agriculture Decline in Tandem
Armenia's agriculture sector experienced a significant 15.3% decline during the second quarter, according to recent economic data. The contraction reflects broader challenges facing the country's export economy, which has also weakened during the same period. Agriculture remains
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.
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Lydian Armenia Commits $7–9 Million Annually to Community Development
Lydian Armenia Commits USD 7–9 million annually to local community development
Lydian Armenia has signed a Community Development Agreement with Armenia's Ministry of Economy and the communities of Jermuk, Vayk, and Sisian surrounding the Amulsar Gold Mine. The company will contribute $7 million annually during construction and production phases, increasing
Peter Balakian to introduce Kazan's 'America, America' screening
Peter Balakian, Foster Hirsch to introduce Elia Kazan’s ‘America, America’
The Barrymore Film Center in Fort Lee, New Jersey will screen Elia Kazan's 1963 film "America, America" on September 13 at 5 p.m. The Oscar-winning black-and-white film, nominated for four Academy Awards including Best Picture, follows Kazan's uncle's journey from an Ottoman vill
Matenadaran Expands Collection Through Manuscript Homecoming
Yerevan’s Matenadaran Book Depository Expands its Collection
Yerevan's Matenadaran, one of the world's oldest and most significant manuscript repositories, has announced an expansion of its collection as part of its "Homecoming of Manuscripts" initiative. The campaign seeks to acquire Armenian texts currently held in institutions and priva