ETCHMIADZIN, MAY 30, NOYAN TAPAN. Karekin II Catholicos of All Armenians received on May 30 at the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin Arthur Abraham, the boxing world champion of middle weight category by IBF version. As Noyan Tapan was informed by the Information Services of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin, His Holiness Patriarch expressed happiness that the world-famous sportsman visits the Mother See after the recent victory. His Holiness expressed his blessing and appreciation to the boxer of the Armenian origin for the courage, strong will and decisiveness in striving for victory. "You glorify our people's name and assist the good reputation of our country as well," said His Holiness in his speech, wishing that the God always protects the boxer for fixing new and new victories.

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