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Armenia, Russia in Ongoing Talks Over Food Import Restrictions
Armenia’s food safety authority says talks with Russia over import restrictions are ongoing
Armenia's Food Safety Inspection Body is in ongoing negotiations with Russia's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision regarding recent import restrictions, according to a statement released to Armenpress. Russia had requested that Armenia provide investigati
AMAA to Honor Two Leaders at 107th Annual Banquet
AMAA to hold 107th Annual Meeting Banquet honoring two distinguished leaders
The Armenian Missionary Association of America will host its 107th Annual Meeting Banquet on October 17, 2026, in Teaneck, New Jersey. The event will honor Rev. Dr. Vahan H. Tootikian, former executive director of the Armenian Evangelical World Council, and Nurhan Helvacian, Ph.D
AMAA to Honor Distinguished Leaders at Annual Banquet
AMAA to Hold 107th Annual Meeting Banquet Honoring Two Distinguished Leaders
The Armenian Missionary Association of America (AMAA) will host its 107th Annual Meeting Banquet in Paramus, New Jersey, to recognize two distinguished leaders for their contributions to the organization and Armenian community. The AMAA, a longstanding diaspora institution, uses
Armenia Expands Duty-Free Electric Vehicle Import Quota for 2026
Armenia to allow duty-free import of additional 5,000 electric vehicles in 2026
Armenia plans to increase its duty-free import quota for electric vehicles by 5,000 units in 2026, according to a government proposal aimed at promoting EV adoption. Of the additional vehicles, 4,500 will be available to individuals, entrepreneurs, and entities without direct man
Diaspora Leaders Defend Role in Armenian National Cause
Weakening the diaspora means weakening Armenia
Mourad Papazian, an ARF Bureau member and co-president of the Coordinating Council of Armenian Organizations of France, responded to criticism from Armenian Civil Contract MP Arman Yeghoyan, who questioned the legitimacy and representation of diaspora leaders including ANCA execu
Armenia Airport Reports Highest Growth Among Regional Hubs
Armenia Records Highest Passenger Traffic Growth Among Corporación América Airports
Armenia's airport recorded the highest passenger traffic growth among airports operated by Corporación América, a major Latin American airport management company, during the second quarter of this year. The announcement reflects increased travel activity at Zvartnots Internationa
Analysis: Potential Scenarios of Azerbaijani Resettlement in Armenia
What happens if 300,000 Azerbaijanis are resettled in Armenia?
An analysis published by The Armenian Weekly examines potential consequences if Azerbaijan's proposed resettlement of 300,000 Azerbaijanis in Armenia were to occur. The article argues that such resettlement would likely target strategically important Armenian territories and coul
Silicon Mountains 2026 Tech Summit Scheduled for Yerevan
Silicon Mountains 2026 Technology Summit and Expo to Be Held in Yerevan
The Silicon Mountains 2026 technology summit and expo will take place in Yerevan, according to an announcement from Massis Post. The event is described as one of Armenia's major technology conferences, bringing together industry professionals, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Detai
Yerevan Exhibit Honors Architect Jim Torosyan's Legacy
Master of Beauty: Yerevan Exhibit Celebrates Life and Work of Architect Jim Torosyan
A new exhibition in Yerevan celebrates the life and work of renowned architect Jim Torosyan on the occasion of what would be his 100th birthday. Titled "Jim Torosyan: Master of Beauty," the show highlights the achievements and design philosophy of the influential architect whose
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Armenia to Host Gaza Children for Medical Treatment
Armenia to provide medical care to children from Gaza with serious health conditions
Armenia's government approved a decision to facilitate the transfer of children from Gaza with serious health conditions to receive medical care at Armenian healthcare facilities. The government allocated 16.7 million AMD ($43,000) from its reserve fund to the Ministry of Health
Pashinyan Says Repatriation Will Become Institutional Policy
Pashinyan: Repatriation Will Become Institutional as Armenia Is Governed by a Logic Shaped by the People
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with participants of the iGorts program in Yerevan, discussing Armenia's approach to repatriation efforts. Pashinyan stated that repatriation will become an institutionalized process as Armenia is governed by principles shaped by the people's wi
How Three Teachers Shaped One Armenian-American's Path
When the student becomes the teacher
Victoria Rose Atamian reflects on the influential teachers who shaped her career and identity in an essay for The Armenian Weekly. Sister Jacqueline Crepeau, her high school literature teacher, instilled pride in her Armenian name and taught her to recognize the strength of femal