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Program completed: the “Golden Apricot” 14th International Film Festival closes in Yerevan
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-17 17:58:45

Yet another year added to the history of the Yerevan film fest. The 14th “Golden Apricot” will be remembered for the variety of included events, renowned cinema personalities and

Armenians and Armenia in the 21st Century: A Strategy for Long-Term Development
  • Science and Technology
  • 2017-07-15 21:40:26

10:30 - Introduction Hagop Panossian, Ph.D., President of ARPA Institute Mihran Agbabian, Ph.D., Conference General Chair, USC, AUA 10:40 - Keynote Speaker Yervant Zorian, Ph.D., Pres. Synopsys Armenia & Chief Archtct,

New contributions in international recognition of Armenian scientist Armen Avagyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-13 12:54:14

    Armenian scientist, Chairman of the Public Council's Economic Development and Investment Subcommittee Armen Avagyan from USA “Marquis Who's Who” has been awarded by their highest award named their founder

The names of the winners of first Armenia International Music Competition are announced
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-12 19:28:14

  Today the winners of the first Armenia International Music Competition were announced. The first prize winner is Hripsime Ahgaqaryan (Armenia), the second prize winner is Khachik Andreasyan (Armenia), the

Harut Sassounian.US & Europe Should Investigate Azeri Shipments of Weapons to Terrorists
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-07-12 14:42:55

A stunning investigation by Bulgarian reporter Dilyana Gaytandzhieva revealed that Azerbaijan’s state-run Silk Way Airlines has shipped under diplomatic cover 350 planeloads of heavy weapons and ammunition to terrorist

Commemoration of the 201st Anniversary of the Independence of the Argentine Republic
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-12 14:38:49

  The act of commemoration of the 201st anniversary of declaration of the independence of the Argentine Republic took place on June 11.  Government officials, ambassadors, public figures, local press and

Foreign Minister of Armenia Edward Nalbandian met with the Minister of State for European Affairs of Ireland
  • Politics
  • 2017-07-12 12:30:01

On July 11, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Edward Nalbandian, while on a working visit to Austria, met with the Minister of State for European Affairs of Ireland

Meeting of Edward Nalbandian and Elmar Mammadyarov, Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan
  • Politics
  • 2017-07-12 12:03:56

On July 11, a meeting between Edward Nalbandian and Elmar Mammadyarov, Foreign Ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan, took place in Brussels at the initiative and presence of the OSCE

Bako Sahakyan received world-famous boxer Vakhtang Darchinyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-11 20:04:31

On 11 July Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received world-famous boxer Vakhtang Darchinyan. A range of issues related to the development of sports in Artsakh were discussed during the meeting. Bako

Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on awarding
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-11 20:00:15

On 11 July President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on awarding posthumously serviceman of NKR Defense Army's N division Vazgen Poghosyan with the "For Service in Battle" medal for

Television bridge-discussion on "Sasna Tsrer" events
  • 5th Microphone
  • 2017-07-11 19:10:46

TV bridge-discussion on the situation around the "David of Sassoon" In TV bridge-discussion was participated: Larisa Alaverdyan фrom Yerevan : Director of "The Foundation Against the Violation of Law " NGO, director

Whom to entrust the issue of Sevan, the Government of the Republic of Armenia or the environmentalists?
  • 5th Microphone
  • 2017-07-11 18:47:48

  The program airs live on the Armenian AABC TV channel in the USA ,on  Noyan Tapan website at  www.nt.am , on  “Noyan Tapan” Youtube channel  , and also on “Noyan Tapan” Facebook page  ,  and on

The “Armenia” International Festival and Competition managed to generate an interest among the connoisseurs of the classical music
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-11 12:45:14

  The AGBU hall hosted a concert of Abgar Muradyan Duo (Lilit Zakaryan: piano, Davit Gyulamiryan: clarinet), the ensemble of State Youth Orchestra of Armenia. The concert was organized within

25th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Sweden
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-11 11:54:35

On July 10, Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Armenia and Sweden Edward Nalbandian and Margot Wallström exchanged letters on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the establishment of

The Orchestra of Komische Oper Berlin was headed by Sergey Smbatyan
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-10 17:31:16

  On 9 July, 2017,  Sergey Smbatyan, the principal conductor and artistic director of State Youth Orchestra of Armenia, performed  together with the Orchestra of the Komische Oper Berlin. The

“Armenia” International Festival and Competition has an impulsive power and gives a chance to the musicians to create something new. Gevorg Muradyan
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-10 16:59:58

    The 2nd round of the piano competition within the framework of the “Armenia” International Festival and Competition started on July 10.  20 pianists will present their performing art and

The 14th “Golden Apricot” Yerevan Film Festival has started
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-10 11:31:10

    Wih the traditional apricot blessing ceremony and with the opening of the stars of prominent Armenian directors started “Golden Apricot” Yerevan International Film Festival, one of the most anticipated

Why has the government decided to release additional water from Lake Sevan. Yerevan residents' opinion (video)
  • Social
  • 2017-07-08 18:33:44

  The authorities decided that the water in Lake Sevan has risen to an appropriate level, and therefore it is possible to release more water than provided by the law.

The 1st round of the “Armenia” International Competition has finished. 20 pianists will compete in the 2nd round
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-08 18:04:28

  The names of the pianists who passed to the 2nd round of the “Armenia” International Competition are published. From July 10 20 pianists representing France, Poland, China, South Korea,

One More Family Gets Rid of the Problem of Living in a Metal Container
  • Social
  • 2017-07-07 20:33:26

    A housewarming was celebrated in Tatul village of Aragatsotn region, after active construction works of three months. VivaCell-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian and the “Fuller Center for Housing Armenia”

“The level of the “Armenia” International Competition is high”
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-07 16:05:04

Piano competition is held within the framework of the “Armenia” International Festival and Competition and 48 pianists from 14 countries participate in it. Ketevan Chkhartishvili (Georgia) is one of

Experts in Defense Policy from The People’s Republic Of China visit The National Defense Research University, MoD, RA
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-07 14:47:07

  On 7 July 2017, the National Defense Research University of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Armenia (NDRU, MoD, RA) hosted the delegation of experts in defense

Armenian successful startups have defined special prizes for Sevan Startup Summit participants
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-07 12:29:58

    Sevan Startup Summit is an annual tent camp business forum that is being organized for the second time. Startups of different development level will take part in the Summit.

Bako Sahakyan received delegation of the Armenian Assembly of America (AAA) headed by the regional director of the organization Arpi Vardanyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-06 18:57:38

On 6 July Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received delegation of the Armenian Assembly of America (AAA) headed by the regional director of the organization Arpi Vardanyan and discussed

Narek Hakhnazaryan: “I am very glad that Armenia hosts such a high level Competition and Festival”
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-06 18:32:18

On July 5 the State Youth Orchestra of Armenia performed with cellist Narek Hakhnazaryan within the framework of the “Armenia” International Festival and Competition. Pieces by Maltese composer Alexey

British Film Week to Launch with Oscar Winning Chariots of Fire
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-06 16:55:56

    From 9 to16 July, the British Council presents Play UK, week of British Films, within the framework of “Golden Apricot” Yerevan International Festival.      Starting from this year, the British

Harut Sassounian. Azerbaijan Employs Four Lobbying and PR firms
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-07-06 11:23:10

  After identifying the lobbying and PR firms hired by the government of Turkey, we now report on four similar firms hired by Azerbaijan.   By observing Azerbaijan's devious approach to foreign

“Armenia” International Music Festival and Competition: Yerevan will be saturated with classical music
  • Culture
  • 2017-07-04 19:15:30

  “Armenia” International Music Festival and Competition, which is taking place in Yerevan from July 4 to July 12, will keep up a strong competition and many famous musicians will

Armenian Bar Association And Its ARWC Condemn The Trampling Of Sasna Dzrer Defendants' "right To Counsel" And Due Process, Mistreatment And Beatings In Custody, And Intimidation Of And Threats Levied Against Defense Attorneys In Yerevan Courthouse
  • Human Rights
  • 2017-07-04 08:37:13

  Armenian Bar Association and its ARWC call for the authorities to immediately restore order, and guarantee that defendants are afforded full due process without the threat of violence being

ADB TO HELP IMPROVE ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION EFFICIENCY IN ARMENIA
  • Organizations
  • 2017-07-03 13:17:35

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $80 million loan to Electric Networks of Armenia CJSC (ENA) on 27 June 2017 to help improve electricity distribution and increase

What to expect from Sevan Startup Summit 2017
  • Press release
  • 2017-07-03 12:35:57

    Sevan Startup Summit is the first informal startup event in the region. Organized in the form of tent camp with the inspiring view of Lake Sevan, the Summit promises

The Delegation of the Artsakh Foreign Ministry Participated in the Events Dedicated to the 25th Anniversary of the Pridnestrovian Foreign Ministry
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-30 19:58:11

    The delegation of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), headed by Minister Karen Mirzoyan, has paid a visit to Pridnestrovie to participate

"5th microphone". Corruption in Armenia. (video)
  • 5th Microphone
  • 2017-06-30 16:42:17

Noyan Tapan’s program "5th microphone” was aired live on the Armenian AABC TV channel in the USA , on  Noyan Tapan website at  www.nt.am , on “Noyan Tapan” Facebook page  . The

The Masis Development Foundation and Armenian Red Cross Society has started a cooperation recently
  • Social
  • 2017-06-30 15:59:27

    On 28-29 June, Armenian Red Cross Society (ARCS) conducted training on First Aid for the volunteers of Masis Youth Center, at Masis Development Foundation. The Masis Development Foundation was

World famous violinist Maxim Vengerov will perform together with the Youth Orchestra
  • Culture
  • 2017-06-30 14:54:14

  World famous violinist Maxim Vengerov will perform together with the State Youth Orchestra of Armenia, headed by conductor Sergey Smbatyan. The concert will be held on July 12 at

Fabian Panisello: “The Youth Orchestra is interested in studying something new and doing new projects!”
  • Culture
  • 2017-06-29 14:10:36

  On June 28 Aram Khachaturian concert hall hosted a unique symphony concert! The State Youth Orchestra presented compositions by Aaron Copland, Claude Debussy, Takashi Yoshimatsu, Fabian Panisello. Jaroslaw Nadrzycki

Working space for one of Sevan Startup Summit 2017 participants
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-28 15:07:51

  Sevan Startup Summit is now cooperating with Coworking Armenia. Coworking is a shared working space, equipped with the necessary equipment, which is designed for a simultaneous use by multiple

IDeA Supports Restoration of Upper Mosque in Shushi
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-28 11:43:45

Within the framework of cooperation between the Initiatives for Development of Armenia (IDeA) Foundation, the government of the Republic of Artsakh and Revival of Oriental Historical Heritage Foundation, the

Harut Sassounian. Azerbaijan Employs Four Lobbying and PR firms
  • Mysteries of science
  • 2017-06-28 11:18:26

After identifying the lobbying and PR firms hired by the government of Turkey, we now report on four similar firms hired by Azerbaijan.   By observing Azerbaijan's devious approach to foreign

Harut Sassounian. Azerbaijan Employs Four Lobbying and PR firms
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-27 16:40:30

  After identifying the lobbying and PR firms hired by the government of Turkey, we now report on four similar firms hired by Azerbaijan.   By observing Azerbaijan's devious approach to foreign

"5th microphone”. How to start the recovery of Armenia.(video)
  • 5th Microphone
  • 2017-06-27 15:00:05

Noyan Tapan’s program "5th microphone” was aired live on the Armenian AABC TV channel in the USA , on  Noyan Tapan website at  www.nt.am , on “Noyan Tapan” Facebook page  . The

Yerevan-Los Angeles”TV Bridge.: "Sasna Tsrer - heroes or criminals?" (video)
  • 5th Microphone
  • 2017-06-24 09:10:00

Noyan Tapan’s program "5th microphone” was aired live on the Armenian AABC TV channel in the USA , on  Noyan Tapan website at  www.nt.am , on “Noyan Tapan” Facebook page  . The

Residents of Yerevan about "Sasna-Tsrrer". Almost a year has passed since the July 17 events. (video)
  • Social
  • 2017-06-23 19:38:35

On July 17, one year expires from the day when the group "Sasna-Tsrer" seized siregiment of the patrol-and-post service (PPS) in Yerevan. "Sasna Tserer" demanded the resignation of the President of the

Monitoring
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-23 13:45:01

On June 23, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), the OSCE Mission conducted a planned monitoring of the

Hamest Souleymanyan was appointed member of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Central Electoral Commission
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-22 18:09:41

On June 22 Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree according to which Hamest Souleymanyan was appointed member of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Central Electoral Commission until the

Master class in the frames of “Basics of Telecommunication” subject
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-22 16:41:02

    Students of Yerevan “Quantum” college and the high school under National Polytechnic University of Armenia (NPUA) have visited VivaCell-MTS Headquarters. Specialists of the Company, that has maintained leading positions

OSCE Monitoring to be Conducted
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-22 11:10:38

On June 23, 2017, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), the OSCE Mission will conduct a planned monitoring

Results of “Safe Internet 2017” Program Supported by Ucom were Summarized
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-21 18:21:29

    On June 16, 2017 the results of the first phase of “Safe Internet 2017” program were summarized, and 23 teachers of Informatics were awarded prizes and certificates. During the

Harut Sassounian. Turkey spends $2.6 Million to Hire Two New Lobbying and PR Firms
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-21 13:31:41

Last week, I wrote about a dozen public relations and lobbying companies the Turkish government had already hired. In recent weeks, the Republic of Turkey added two new such

Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on pre-term suspension of the term of office of the NKR Central Electoral Commission member Hasmik Shindyan upon her own request
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-21 12:29:33

On 21 June President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on pre-term suspension of the term of office of the NKR Central Electoral Commission member Hasmik Shindyan upon her own

Which country will help Armenia at the moment of difficulty? (video)
  • Social
  • 2017-06-20 13:52:53

It is undeniable fact is that Armenia has two dangerous neighbors in the region - Azerbaijan and Turkey. Armenia  has been in blockade for many years. Our other neighbors

Corporate identity creation for 3 startups
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-20 12:13:36

Digital Factory digital marketing company will do the branding of 3 participant teams of  Sevan Startup Summit 2017. Highlighting the importance of individuality of the startups, Digital Factory will

Harut Sassounian.Turkey Hires More US Lobbying Firms As its Reputation is Further Tarnished
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-19 18:53:20

As Turkey becomes the target of worldwide condemnation for its human rights violations, the Turkish government decides to spend a fortune on lobbying and public relations firms to try

UcomPremier Customer To Watch “Open de France” Golf Tournament in France
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-19 15:05:11

From May 27 to June 18 Ucom jointly with “Ararat” Golf Club have organized a special Golf Tournament for UcomPremier customers. Davit Ohanyan has been recognized the winner of

PosTransfer money transfer system will be launched till the end of the year
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-16 16:09:54

  Under United Postal Union and “Haypost” CJSC initiative, a regional workshop was held on June 7-8 in Yerevan. The workshop was focused on the application of the new trademark

In San Francisco Ucom and Calix Representatives Outlined the Future of Telecommunications Industry
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-16 14:12:41

    Recently in San Francisco at the initiative of Calix, the provider of leading technological solutions, the Customer Advisory Board meeting has taken place, which consists of the technical directors

Scientific Startups can win $2500
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-16 13:36:01

''Public Diplomacy'' charitable non-governmental organization has defined a special prize during the Sevan Startup Summit 2017 for the startups operating in the field of science. All the startups, that

“Armenia” International music festival and competition to be held in Yerevan
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-16 11:18:39

  An International music festival and competition called “Armenia” will be held in Yerevan for the first time  from June 4 to June 12. The organizers of the festival and

Permanent Representative of Artsakh to the USA Participated in the Fund-raising Event aimed at financing mine-clearance works in Artsakh
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-15 19:43:30

  On June 10, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic) to the USA Robert Avetisyan participated in a fund-raising event in Boston, aimed at financing The

Already traditional meeting with new expectations
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-15 18:55:07

VivaCell-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian has met with the musicians of the Armenian National Philharmonic Orchestra to sum up the achievements of the Philharmonic on international stages and festivals

Students of Gyumri “Photon” college visit VivaCell-MTS solar base station
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-14 19:38:31

VivaCell-MTS specialists have held master classes on the territories of two base stations of the Company operating by solar electric supply sources, located along the Yerevan-Gyumri section of interstate

The members of the Yelk bloc held a meeting with Mr. Richard Mills, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the US to the Republic of Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-14 18:22:19

The leaders of the Yelk Bloc and Members of Parliament Edmon Marukyan, Aram Sargsyan, Nikol Pashinyan and the Head of Yelk Bloc Fraction at Yerevan City Council, Davit Khazhakyan,

Grant Thornton holds regional conference in Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-14 16:23:49

  Grant Thornton firms across the CIS region come together in Armenia for their annual partner conference. Grant Thornton organises annual conference of its member firms across the CIS region in

Harut Sassounian.Turkey Hires More US Lobbying Firms As its Reputation is Further Tarnished
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-14 11:52:15

As Turkey becomes the target of worldwide condemnation for its human rights violations, the Turkish government decides to spend a fortune on lobbying and public relations firms to try

Bako Sahakyan visited the Shoushi Technological University and met with the teaching staff
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-13 19:39:52

On 13 June Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the Shoushi Technological University and met with the teaching staff. Issues related to the education process and a number of research

Domain registration for more affordable price: AMD 8000 instead of AMD 12000 before
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-13 17:44:43

VivaCell-MTS informs that from June 13, 2017 till August 31, 2017, the registration of a domain in .AM and .հայ for resident costumers will be AMD 8000 for 1

Harut Sassounian.Turkey Hires More US Lobbying Firms As its Reputation is Further Tarnished
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-13 13:14:29

As Turkey becomes the target of worldwide condemnation for its human rights violations, the Turkish government decides to spend a fortune on lobbying and public relations firms to try

The Newsletter of the Armenian Community of China is available at The University of California, Los Angeles
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-12 17:01:19

  The main aim of the “ChinaHAY” newsletter is to present the history and internal life of the Armenian Community of China. This newsletter is published by the Armenian Community

During the DigiTech Ucom and PicsArt Spoke of the Strong Need for Artificial Intelligence Development in Armenia
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-12 15:24:40

    On June 9-10, during the 10th jubilee “DigiTech” Business Forum, Armenian Ucom and PicsArt companies initiated a round table entitled “The Development of Artificial Intelligence in Armenia and the

Bako Sahakyan received entrepreneur Ralph Yirikian
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-09 19:53:34

On 9 June Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received entrepreneur Ralph Yirikian.  Issues related to the implementation of a range of charity projects in Artsakh were on the discussion agenda.    CENTRAL

Bako Sahakyan received chief editor of the “Azdak” daily newspaper Shahan Gantaharyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-09 19:31:08

On 9 June Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received chief editor of the “Azdak” daily newspaper Shahan Gantaharyan. Issues related to the Artsakh-Diaspora ties were on the meeting agenda. Special

Only 18% of the 200 Million USD Worth Weapons Have Arrived in Armenia
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-09 19:20:56

  As it is known, the Russian-Armenian agreement on “Providing a State Export Loan to the RA Government” was signed in Yerevan on June 26, 2015, according to which Armenia

Presentation of the updated version of “History of Armenia” book by Movses Khorenatsi
  • New Books
  • 2017-06-08 17:24:55

  (Translated by Gagik Sargsyan) Today, on 8 June, 2017, the presentation of the updated version of  “History of Armenia” by Movses Khorenatsi (translated by Gagik Sargsyan) was held at YSU

Ceremony at the residence of the Artsakh Republic President
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-08 13:40:43

On 8 June a solemn ceremony of decorating a group of lecturers of the Artsakh State University with state awards and handing in diplomas and awards to students having

Bako Sahakyan visited several sections of the republic's southern
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-08 13:32:49

On 7 June Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited several sections of the republic's southern and southeastern borderline, got acquainted with the course of the service and situation there,

Meeting Mkhitaryan: How Dreams Come True…
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-08 13:25:29

Early in the morning of June 2, Nareh Galstyan, a teenager from Lernagog, was getting ready for a COAF-organized tour of the Yerevan-based Football Academy of Armenia. She could

New Prospects of Cooperation between Armenia and China in the field of Strategic Studies
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-08 13:11:51

  On 8 June 2017, the National Defense Research University of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Armenia (NDRU, MoD, RA) hosted the newly-appointed Military and Air Attaché

Ամենայն Հայոց Կաթողիկոսը ցաւակցագիր է յղել Իրանի Իսլամական Հանրապետութեան նախագահին
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-07 18:55:13

Յունիսի 7-ին Ն.Ս.Օ.Տ.Տ. Գարեգին Բ. Ծայրագոյն Պատրիարք եւ Ամենայն Հայոց Կաթողիկոսը ցաւակցական նամակ է յղել Իրանի Իսլամական Հանրապետութեան նախագահ Հասան Ռոհանիին Թեհրանում տեղի ունեցած ահաբեկչական յարձակումների հետեւանքով անմեղ զոհերի

Despite the Progress in Human Development, Vulnerable Groups Still Left Behind
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-07 18:48:35

Between 1990 and 2015, there has been impressive progress in human development, but in almost every country, vulnerable groups, such as women and girls, people with disabilities, migrants and

E-pens Implemented in Ucom Sales and Service Centers
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-07 17:38:52

  From now on e-pens, implemented in Ucom sales and service centers, will help accelerating and facilitating the process of customer service.   “As a responsible company, Ucom emphasizes the importance of

Harut Sassounian.Turkish Prime Minister’s Family Owns $140 Million in Foreign Assets
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-07 13:38:25

Last week, we disclosed the improper enrichment of Pres. Erdogan of Turkey by receiving a $25 million oil tanker as a gift from an Azeri billionaire. This week, we

Serzh Sargsyan Participated in the Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony of Tumo Koghb Center and Paid a Visit to “Armath” Engineering Laboratory in Koghb Village
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-06 18:27:52

  Within the scope of his visit to Tavush region on June 6, the RA President Serzh Sargsyan participated in the foundation stone laying ceremony of the future Tumo Koghb

Международная реакция на похищение азербайджанского журналиста
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-06-06 15:41:38

Похищение азербайджанского журналиста 30 мая в Тбилиси является вопиющим примером незаконности.    Фактически, нарушая внутригосударственное законодательство, нормы международного права, грузинскими правоохранителями (или с их согласия) был похищен азербайджанский оппозиционный журналист Афган

Bako Sahakyan received former Armenian finance minister Gagik Khachatryan with his son
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-05 19:53:05

  On 5 June Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received former Armenian finance minister Gagik Khachatryan with his son. Issues related to the implementation of various philanthropic programs in Artsakh were

The 14th “Golden Apricot” Yerevan International Film Festival announced
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-05 18:09:34

One of the most remarkable events of the year, the “Golden Apricot” Yerevan IFF will complement the cultural life of the capital of Armenia from 9th to 16th of

Artak Balayan from the post of adviser to the President - head of the economic department upon his own request in connection with getting a new job
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-05 17:53:09

On 5 June President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree releasing Artak Balayan from the post of adviser to the President - head of the economic department upon his own

The Exhibition “Me and My Corner of Nature” was opened in Lovers’ Park
  • Culture
  • 2017-06-05 15:48:35

Today on the occasion of the World Environment Day the photo exhibition “Me and My Corner of Nature” initiated by the World Wide Fund for Nature Armenian branch (WWF

Students of “Armath” Engineering Laboratory in Vayots Dzor Displayed Their Works
  • Science and Technology
  • 2017-06-05 13:56:23

  Students of “Armath” engineering laboratory operating in Vayots Dzor marked the beginning of summer holidays in Yeghegnadzor. The aim of this regional meeting was also to create an atmosphere

Building resilience in mountain ecosystems of Gegharkunik region
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-03 17:32:26

Restored and newly established forest belts, rehabilitated pasture infrastructures, among which mobile paddocks with equipped solar power systems – these are some of the achievements of the Clima East

VivaCell-MTS hosted a group of young volunteers of “Depi Hayk/Birthright Armenia”
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-03 11:33:41

VivaCell-MTS hosted a group of young Diaspora Armenians from different countries of age between 20 and 32 years. The meeting with VivaCell-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian has inspired them,

Legendary "Kommandos" - guest of Masis Youth Center’s Discussion club
  • Social
  • 2017-06-02 18:46:49

   On June 2, Major General Arkady Ter-Tadevosyan, the famous Kommandos, spoke at the Masis Youth (MY) Center in the framework of the Discussion Club.  The theme of his speech was

Only 18 days left to apply for the most awaited startup event of this summer
  • Press release
  • 2017-06-02 18:39:20

After the success of the first Sevan Startup Summit, the organizers are planning to host more than a thousand participants and enlarge the number of competitions for the Sevan

The Construction Works of the Current Year Have Been Launched
  • Organizations
  • 2017-06-02 14:40:45

    The long-term partnership between VivaCell-MTS and “Fuller Center for Housing” Armenia continues. The housing project implemented in various regions of Armenia is not limited to financial assistance or organizational

What you think of youth these days? People's opinion.
  • Social
  • 2017-06-02 13:32:09

Every society connects its present and future with the youth. This age period is the most optimal time for self-expression and the search for opportunities to achieve the goal. Do

Attractive summer tariffs in USA roaming from VivaCell-MTS
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-31 18:22:33

    VivaCell-MTS is glad to inform that till August 31, the following tariffs apply for roaming services in the USA:   To VivaCell-MTS network Calls with “Call to Armenia” service To local networks Incoming calls 25

Yell Extreme Park will reward the best startup in tourism field
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-31 13:05:42

  Yell Extreme Park has defined a special prize for the participants of Sevan Startup Summit 2017 whose startups are related to tourism. Being one of the best among the

Harut Sassounian.Azeri Billionaire Gives Erdogan $25 Million Oil Tanker as a ‘Gif
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-31 11:37:53

When Recep Tayyip Erdogan first came to power as Turkey’s Prime Minister in 2003, he was welcomed by the majority of Turks as a devout Muslim and honest politician,

A New Sales and Service Center in Arabkir Community
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-30 14:49:02

We are delighted to inform that a new sales and service center of Ucom will be operating in Arabkir community from May 29. The new sales and service center

UWC Dilijan Released New 87 Change-Makers
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-30 12:54:16

On May 27, UWC Dilijan celebrated the graduation of its second generation of students, bidding farewell to 87 students from 50 countries who are leaving the college to explore

Mher Sahakyan Speaks on Strategy of Russia’s Return to Global Big Policy at the University of Oxford
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-30 12:38:22

Oxford, The United Kingdom—On May 25-26, 2017, the Clashing Visions:  Russian Foreign Policy in the Age of Xi and Trump conference was held at St. Antony’s College, University of

Harut Sassounian.Azeri Billionaire Gives Erdogan $25 Million Oil Tanker as a ‘Gift’
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-30 12:21:54

When Recep Tayyip Erdogan first came to power as Turkey’s Prime Minister in 2003, he was welcomed by the majority of Turks as a devout Muslim and honest politician,

Pro-Russian Committee on European Integration in the RA National Assembly
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-29 18:31:37

The nine standing committees of the newly-elected RA National Assembly include the Standing Committee on European Integration. The scope of activity of this committee will include ties with the

New postage stamp dedicated to 2016 Aurora prize laureate Marguerite Barankitse
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-29 14:31:55

On May 26th, 2017, “HayPost” CJSC has cancelled and put into circulation a postage stamp dedicated to the theme “Aurora humanitarian initiative. Laureates of “Aurora” prize. Marguerite Barankitse”.   The postage

Грузия. События недели
  • Press of Diaspora
  • 2017-05-29 12:43:57

«Напомню мою позицию и позицию премьер министра страны, по поводу вопроса о сельскохозяйственных земель. Наша позиция заключается в том, что земли сельскохозяйственного назначения не должны продаваться иностранным гражданам. Такова

the OSCE Mission conducted a planned monitoring of the Line of Seysulan settlement of the Martakert region
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-25 18:09:46

On May 25, 2017, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), the OSCE Mission conducted a planned monitoring of

VivaCell-MTS hosted another group of students of “Aregnazan” School
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-24 20:10:12

Practical knowledge and in-depth understanding are highly important for career orientation and development. VivaCell-MTS always shares its experience with young people interested in telecommunication sphere and Company’s management culture,

Harut Sassounian.Erdogan’s Guards Beating Protesters Reinforces ‘Terrible Turk’ Image
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-24 17:15:33

Armenians and non-Armenians alike were saddened and outraged seeing videos of the attack on 11 protesters who were injured after being hit, kicked and choked by Pres. Erdogan’s security

OSCE Mission will conduct a planned monitoring of Seysulan settlement of the Martakert region
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-24 11:37:46

On May 25, 2017, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), the OSCE Mission will conduct a planned monitoring

“HOKIS”: Dream • Love • Believe”: a testament to the vitality of Armenian arts performed in Gyumri
  • Culture
  • 2017-05-23 18:00:54

“Hokis” multi-media musical performance was staged at Gyumri State Drama Theatre after Vardan Achemyan. The Gyumri premiere of “Hokis” devoted to the second anniversary of TUMOxAGBU center in Gyumri

The deadline for applicants of Sevan Startup Summit is 20th of June
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-23 16:09:18

  Sevan Startup Summit 2017 non-formal startup event will continue to accept applications until 20th of June. This year organizers are planning to host more than 1000 participants. We are

Arthur Abraham visited Masis Youth Center and the construction site of the city's first family sports complex
  • Social
  • 2017-05-23 13:40:51

  22 May 2017 –the meeting of the world-famous boxer of Armenian origin Arthur Abraham with the participants of Masis Youth(MY) Centerthe residents of the city took place. The boxer

Hayanist Unveils Innovative Irrigation System
  • Social
  • 2017-05-23 11:32:44

  Hayanist, Armenia – During a public event on May 22, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company Armenia (CCHBCA), and the Global Environment

Harut Sassounian.Erdogan’s Guards Beating Protesters Reinforces ‘Terrible Turk’ Image
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-23 11:06:15

Armenians and non-Armenians alike were saddened and outraged seeing videos of the attack on 11 protesters who were injured after being hit, kicked and choked by Pres. Erdogan’s security

Comment on the Statement Concerning the Citizen Observer Initiative
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-22 17:45:39

A few days ago our partners Transparency International Anticorruption Center and Journalists’ Club ‘Asparez” disseminated a statement concerning the Citizen Observer Initiative. Considering its involvement in the monitoring of

Going to work by Bike: a group of VivaCell-MTS employees joined the Bike to Work international initiative
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-22 16:48:29

    The growing number of bicyclists on the Yerevan streets is not only a new trend but also an important step for building sustainable and healthy society. The number of

First Aurora Prize Laureate Marguerite Barankitse is in Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-20 12:19:06

Ahead of 2017 Aurora Prize Events the first Aurora Prize Laureate Marguerite Barankitse pays a special visit to Armenia. She will meet with communities, cultural and religious leaders in

Harut Sassounian.Malta Bank Employee Reveals Documents Linking Aliyevs to Bank Accounts
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-20 11:11:26

Continuing the series of articles we published in the last two weeks about corruption in Azerbaijan, we wish now to reveal additional scandalous details about funds deposited in a

Ucom Mobile Application’s Version 8 Is Released
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-18 20:02:17

Managing Ucom’s mobile account became even easier. The updated 8th version of the mobile application enables users to check the balance, recharge their accounts, check the accumulated Ucom Units

On May 18 Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the town of Shoushi
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-18 16:57:42

On May 18 Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the town of Shoushi. At the ministry of culture and youth affairs the Head of the State held a working consultation

International conference “Armenia-Turkey: Paving the Way for Dialogue and Reconciliation”
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-17 16:44:05

Yerevan, Armenia: On May 18-19, 2017, Caucasus Research Resource Center – Armenia will hold an international conference entitled “Armenia-Turkey: Paving the Way for Dialogue and Reconciliation.” The venue of

Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on the 2017 summer draft and demobilization
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-17 14:53:14

Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree on the 2017 summer draft and demobilization.   CENTRAL INFORMATION DEPARTMENT  OF THE OFFICE OF THE ARTSAKH REPUBLIC

Bako Sahakyan received American writer and publicist of Armenian descent Hovsep Nalbandyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-17 14:12:52

On 17 May Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan received American writer and publicist of Armenian descent Hovsep Nalbandyan.   The meeting addressed a range of issues related to the Artsakh-Diaspora

Ucom Subscribers will Enjoy 29 AMD/MB Rate When Roaming in 40 Countries
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-17 13:31:27

All those Ucom mobile subscribers, who plan to spend their summer in the most visited and coastal European countries, as well as Georgia, Egypt, Israel or Canada, are welcome

“Bridges” in EAEU
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-17 13:03:43

  The Eurasian Economic Union is the largest Eurasian economic integration hub, which aspires to compete or be compared with such major integration projects as the European Union.  Despite the claims

U.S. Embassy brings U.S. and Armenian companies together to develop renewable energy
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-17 11:44:50

The future of energy is renewable. And it is a future that Armenia can take advantage of, for its pocketbook today and for future generations as well. That was

Largest Donors for Humanitarian Aid to Armenia
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-16 18:32:33

According to data published by the RA National Statistical Service, Armenia received humanitarian aid worth 21.8 billion AMD from other countries in 2016. Humanitarian aid is assistance in the

National Gallery of Armenia Launches Ucom’s “360° Greater Armenia” Project Exhibition
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-16 18:24:20

From May 16 till June 16, 2017 the 360° images of the cultural monuments of Western Armenia and Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia will be exhibited in the National Gallery

The Russian folk-group Lost Temple Brothers to perform two concerts in Dilijan
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-15 11:32:00

On Friday, 19 May and Saturday, 20 May, Lost Temple Brothers, one of the leading new wave folk bands from Russia, will perform two concerts in Dilijan. The group

Armenian American Medical Society 32nd Anniversary Gala Celebration
  • Social
  • 2017-05-13 06:02:30

  Armenian American Medical Society  32nd Anniversary Gala Celebration  May 13, 2017 at 7 PM  Globe Theatre, Universal City,

Discovery Science and Ucom Announcing a Contest for Young Scientists and Innovators
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-12 12:14:20

The cognitive and entertainment Discovery Science, in partnership with Ucom – one of the largest telecom operators in Armenia, is inviting high school students to participate in a contest

VivaCell-MTS has acquired the assets of the ADC Company
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-12 11:41:36

The leading telecommunications operator in Armenia VivaCell-MTS (“MTS Armenia” CJSC) announces about the acquisition of the assets of the ADC Company (“Armenian Datacom Company” CJSC), through participation in an

Ucom’s Fixed Services Are Available in 5 More Towns
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-11 15:06:16

From now on the residents of Qajaran, Dilijan, Ararat, Vedi and Jermuk will be able to benefit from those Ucom fixed services, which are accessible to the subscribers in

Lavrov's Statement Contradicts Interstate Treaties
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-10 17:10:24

    On May 5th interview with the Russian TV channel Mir 24  Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov declared that the military units of CSTO member states stand ready to act

Harut Sassounian.Aliyev Family Plunders Azerbaijan’s Oil Revenue
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-10 15:17:58

The government of Azerbaijan allocates its multi-billion dollar oil and gas revenue in four ways: 1) Bribery; 2) Theft by Pres. Aliyev’s family and his cronies; 3) Military purchases;

Artsakh Republic President together with President of the Republic of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan visited the Kashen mining complex of the “Base Metals” CJSC
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-10 15:13:00

On 10 May Artsakh Republic President together with President of the Republic of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan visited the Kashen mining complex of the “Base Metals” CJSC. Heads of the two

Yerevan Brandy Company and Legendary ARARAT Armenian Brandies receive honorable awards at the Berlin International Spirits Competition
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-10 14:33:39

  ARARAT Ani  6 years aged brandy received a gold medal at the Berlin International Spirits Competition, while Yerevan Brandy Factory won a special international award “Distillery of the Year”

Huawei Smartphone with Powerful Battery is Now Amongst Ucom’s Mobile Devices
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-10 13:58:20

  The variety of Ucom’s mobile devices has been updated with the latest Huawei Y5 4G smartphone, released in 2017. The 3000 milliamp capacity battery will help enjoy the five-inch

Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the Victory Holiday, the 25th anniversary of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Defense Army and the Liberation of Shoushi
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-09 16:00:30

On 9 May President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the Victory Holiday, the 25th anniversary of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Defense Army and the Liberation

Harut Sassounian.Aliyev Family Plunders Azerbaijan’s Oil Revenue
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-09 12:59:51

The government of Azerbaijan allocates its multi-billion dollar oil and gas revenue in four ways: 1) Bribery; 2) Theft by Pres. Aliyev’s family and his cronies; 3) Military purchases;

Liberation struggle Artsakh became one of the greatest victories of our people. Bako Sahakyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-09 12:05:42

On 9 May President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the Victory Holiday, the 25th anniversary of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Defense Army and the Liberation

On May 8 in connection with the Victory Day, the 25th anniversary of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Defense Army and the Liberation of Shoushi a solemn ceremony of awarding took place at the residence of the Artsakh Republic President, where the Head of th
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-08 18:12:11

On May 8 in connection with the Victory Day, the 25th anniversary of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic Defense Army and the Liberation of Shoushi a solemn ceremony of awarding

15 տաղանդավոր հայ նորաստեղծ թիմեր և ընկերություններ կկարողանան իրականացնել իրենց նորարարական լուծումները և ծրագրերը
  • Science and Technology
  • 2017-05-08 14:42:47

15 innovative and talented Armenian Startup teams and companies will be able to realise their innovative solutions and projects   On May 5th the winners of the application process for

Ucom Provided 15 mln Worth New Modems to Upgrade Anti-hail Stations
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-06 16:33:48

On May 6, 2017 in the RA Ministry of Emergency Situations Davit Tonoyan and Hayk Yesayan, the director general at Ucom, in accordance with the earlier agreement between the

Foreign Financial Support to the National Assembly of Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-05 19:46:40

Union of Informed Citizens continues shedding light on the series of foreign grants received by Armenia’s state authorities. Today we will touch upon the grants received by the National

FINANCIAL RESULTS OF ARDSHINBANK FOR THE YEAR 2016
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-05 14:31:16

  Ardshinbank  has published its audited financial results for the year 2016, demonstrating sustainable growth. By results of the year, the Bank has strengthened its position among the top three of

Building a Strong Multi-sectoral Response to Gender-based Violence in Armenia
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-05 12:42:05

  Yerevan, 5 May 2017. On May 3-4, advocacy meeting and capacity development workshop on the topic of “Strengthening Multi-sectoral Response to Gender-based Violence in Armenia” were held at “Tigran

ADB 50-YEAR HISTORY BOOK LAUNCHED
  • New Books
  • 2017-05-04 12:59:10

    YOKOHAMA, JAPAN (4 May 2017) — An ADB History Book, Banking on the Future of Asia and the Pacific: 50 Years of the Asian Development Bank, was released today

The OSCE Mission conducted a planned monitoring of the Line of Contact between the armed forces of Artsakh and Azerbaijan, in the direction of the Askeran region
  • Politics
  • 2017-05-04 12:49:41

On May 4, 2017, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh, the OSCE Mission conducted a planned monitoring of the Line of

Armenia’s Ambassador to Eurovision 2017 Visited “Armath” Engineering Laboratory in Ashtarak
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-04 12:44:05

«How much time it is required to print all these?» - wonders the Armenian delegate for Eurovision 2017 Artsvik, when talking to the  students of “Armath” engineering laboratory of

Harut Sassounian.Azerbaijan Accused of Giving Millions in Bribes to Council of Europe
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-04 12:13:59

For years, the government of Azerbaijan has been showering politicians and dignitaries from around the world with expensive gifts, such as silk carpets, gold, silver, caviar, cash, and all-expense

THE WORLD'S LONGEST ZIP LINE WILL BE CONSTRUCTED IN YENOQAVAN COMMUNITY OF TAVUSH REGION OF RA
  • Social
  • 2017-05-03 17:19:58

  Today, on the 3rd of May, "Yell Extreme Park" project has held a press conference, the subject of which was the launch of crowdfunding campaign in the Indiegogo international

Ucom’s Director Visited “Armath” Engineering Laboratory in Border Voskepar
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-03 13:25:30

«Robotics and programming are not only interesting to me, but those are applicable in all the areas of life», - says Adam Adibekyan, a student of “Armath” engineering laboratory

OSCE will Conduct a Monitoring in the direction of the Askeran region
  • Politics
  • 2017-05-03 10:39:42

    On May 4, 2017, in accordance with the arrangement reached with the authorities of the Republic of Artsakh, the OSCE Mission will conduct a planned monitoring of the Line

25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Switzerland
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-02 18:27:48

Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward Nalbandian and Federal Councillor, Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs Didier Burkhalter exchanged letters on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of

The report of the Republic of Armenia was presented in Geneva to the Committee on Elimination of Racial Discrimination
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-02 18:25:54

On April 27-28, the regular report of Armenia was presented in Geneva to the Committee on Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The Armenian delegation, headed by the Deputy Minister of

Azerbaijan Accused of Giving Millions in Bribes to Council of Europe. Harut Sassounian
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-05-02 18:00:22

For years, the government of Azerbaijan has been showering politicians and dignitaries from around the world with expensive gifts, such as silk carpets, gold, silver, caviar, cash, and all-expense

Ucom Decreases Prices for Additional HD Channels by 25-65%
  • Organizations
  • 2017-05-02 14:54:48

From May 1st, 2017 Ucom’s existing and new customers will benefit from new prices for additional 14 HD channels, which were decreased by 25-65%.    In particular, the customers will pay

Armenia is preparing for Sose International Film Festival for the 4th time
  • Culture
  • 2017-05-02 12:02:57

  Sose 2017 International Film Festival has started to accept film applications. Any film can participate in the main competition program, without thematic restrictions (feature, full-length, short-length, documentary).   The film festival

Arpi Ghazaryan Wins the Aurora Creative Contest
  • Press release
  • 2017-05-01 15:53:00

Winners of the Aurora Creative Contest were named on May 1, 2017.    Arpi Ghazaryan, a 7-year-old student at the Henrik Igityan Yerevan National Art Center was awarded the first prize

The New Electoral Code and Coverage of Parliamentary Elections
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-28 18:19:16

The 2017 parliamentary elections acted as a test for all the sections of the new Electoral Code, including the legislative regulations related to coverage of the elections by the

Mher Arzoumanyan was posthumously awarded with the "For Service in Battle" medal for bravery shown during the defense of the Nagorno Karabagh Republic state border
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-28 17:12:43

On 28 April President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree according to which serviceman of the NKR Defense Army's N division Mher Arzoumanyan was posthumously awarded with the "For Service

The official delegation of the Republic of Western Armeni honored the memory of the Holy Martyrs – victims the Genocide of the Armenians
  • Politics
  • 2017-04-28 14:07:13

The official delegation of the Republic of Western Armenia, headed by the Prime Minister of the Republic Tigran Pashabezyan, honored the memory of the Holy Martyrs – victims the

VivaCell-MTS: registration of domain names in .հայ zone
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-27 13:21:57

VivaCell-MTS informs that by registering domain name in .հայ zone by May 31, 2017, one can pay only 7000 AMD for 1 year. The offer is available to the

Ucom Offers Free Watching of 55 Channels with 2-Day Catch-Up Possibility via Mobile TV
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-27 12:57:25

This spring Ucom comes up with the most awaited offer. All those Ucom Universal tariff plan subscribers, who will activate MediaRoom application till June 30, have a possibility of

Ucom Subscribers Will Benefit from the New Roaming Tariffs in USA
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-26 19:02:47

    From April 26, 2017 Ucom’s mobile subscribers will enjoy new roaming tariffs when travelling in the United States of America. By joining AT&T, one of the US largest networks,

Statement of Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian on recognition of the Armenian Genocide by the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-26 16:42:39

Armenia welcomes the adoption of the resolution by the Chamber of Deputies of the Parliament of the Czech Republic on recognizing and condemning the Armenian Genocide and other crimes

Meeting of Foreign Minister of Armenia and Vice President of India
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-26 16:38:59

On April 25, Edward Nalbandian, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia, met Mohammad Hamid Ansari, Vice President of India, Chairman of the Upper House of the Parliament who is

Decent Home after 15 Years of Waiting
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-26 16:23:35

Owing to the housing project financed by VivaCell-MTS and implemented by “Fuller Center for Housing” Armenia the Hasratyans were able to solve the 15-year housing problem in 8 months.

Harut Sassounian.Pres. Trump Succumbs to Turkish Pressures By not Recognizing the Armenian Genocide
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-26 14:41:11

Armenians and Turks around the world wait with bated breath each year to see if the President of the United States would use in his annual April 24 statement

Harut Sassounian.Pres. Trump Succumbs to Turkish Pressures By not Recognizing the Armenian Genocide
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-25 16:40:25

  Armenians and Turks around the world wait with bated breath each year to see if the President of the United States would use in his annual April 24 statement

Ceremony in Kaunas, Lithuania dedicated to the 102nd anniversary of the Armenian Genocide
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-25 12:54:52

On April 23, an Eucharist Liturgy was celebrated by Archbishop Lionginas Virbalas dedicated to the memory of the martyrs of the Armenian Genocide in Kaunas’ St. Peter and St.

New postcard with one stamp dedicated to the theme ““Anoush” opera. Avag Petrossian”
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-25 12:37:23

In 2017 on April 21st “HayPost” CJSC cancelled and put into circulation a postcard with one stamp dedicated to the theme ““Anoush” opera. Avag Petrossian”. The cancellation took place

Narek Harutyunyan, a soldier of the N military unit of the NKR Defense Army, was posthumously awarded with the medal "For Military Merit
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-25 12:09:06

On 25 April President Bako Sahakyan signed a decree according to which serviceman of the NKR Defense Army's N division Narek Haroutyunyan was posthumously awarded with the "For Service

Visit of the Delegation, Headed by the Foreign Minister, to South Ossetia
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-25 11:47:42

On April 21-22, the delegation of the Republic of Artsakh (Nagorno Karabakh Republic), headed by Foreign Minister Karen Mirzoyan, was on a visit to the Republic of South Ossetia

Address of Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan in connection with the Memory Day of the 1915 Genocide Victims
  • Social
  • 2017-04-24 11:50:28

  Dear compatriots, April 24, 1915 has become one of the most tragic and bloody pages of our millennia-old history. In those April days the Ottoman Turkey launched a monstrous plan

Uruguay Commemorated the Armenian Genocide
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-24 11:47:08

  (Agencia Prensa Armenia).- On the night of Friday, April 21, the Armenian community of Uruguay rallied for the 102° anniversary of the Armenian Genocide in a large demonstration that

March for Justice Speakers
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-24 11:38:43

  Los Angeles - The Armenian Genocide Committee announced today the line-up of elected officials that will be marching with the collective voice of the Armenian community on April 24,

Turkish Writer Exposes Persecution of Jews in Turkey
  • Social
  • 2017-04-24 11:23:17

  Israel National News published an extremely interesting article written by Turkish journalist Uzay Bulut on the discrimination and persecution that Turkish Jews have suffered since the establishment of the

«About the strategy of the State of Western Armenia on the Genocide of the Armenians recognition, condemnation and compensation issues»
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-23 03:35:33

 Western Armenia's strategy on the Genocide of the Armenians recognition, condemnation and compensation issues is built on the exact answers on the following questions:             -          The Genocide of the

Eurovision Semifinal Ticket Draw
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-21 18:36:38

  The final draw of Ameriabank and VISA’s card campaign was held at Ameriabank head office on April 21. The two winners will get a ticket for two people each

Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the Martouni region
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-21 18:02:19

On 21 April Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited the Martouni region.  In the regional center of Martouni the President got acquainted with the course of constructing and renovating the

National Defense Research University as an Academic-Educational basis for crafting Leaders-Strategists of the “Nation-Army” System
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-20 19:15:03

Presentation of the Head of the National Defense Research University (NDRU), MoD, RA, Doctor of Political Science, Professor, Lieutenant-General Hayk S. Kotanjian at the “Nation‒Army‒2017” Forum. Yerevan, 20.04.2017.     Dear Colleagues,   The

A new lowcoster to operate flights to Zvartnots as from June 1, 2017
  • Press of Diaspora
  • 2017-04-20 17:49:27

As from June 1, 2017 Pegasus Airlines shall operate 3 weekly flights to Zvartnots International Airport from Istanbul. The flights shall be operated on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.   This airline

Harut Sassounian. Turkish Writer Exposes Persecution of Jews in Turkey
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-20 17:07:43

Israel National News published an extremely interesting article written by Turkish journalist Uzay Bulut on the discrimination and persecution that Turkish Jews have suffered since the establishment of the

One more village has a new street lighting system
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-20 16:44:12

  The borderland village of Nor Aznaberd in Vayots Dzor region has a history of over 70 years, but the community has never had an outdoor illumination system.   A completely new

Ucom and “Fora-Bank”: Cooperation in the Field of Telecommunications
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-19 18:10:23

Ucom and Joint-Stock Commercial Bank «FORA-BANK» (part of «Tashir» Group of Companies) signed a partnership agreement in the projects development field, representing the full spectrum of telecommunication services on

Speech by the Representative of Artsakh to the USA at Florida International University
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-19 15:33:59

On April 13, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Artsakh to the USA Robert Avetisyan gave a lecture at the Florida International University.  Students and lecturers of the International

VivaCell-MTS announces the change of the Company’s official name
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-19 12:07:57

Armenia’s leading telecommunications operator VivaCell-MTS announces the change of its company name from K-Telecom Closed Joint Stock Company to MTS Armenia Closed Joint Stock Company. The Company’s main trademark

American Corners in Armenia celebrate National Library Week with reading marathon
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-18 19:50:58

On April 18, the five American Corners in Armenia – in Yerevan, Gyumri, Vanadzor, Charentsavan, and Kapan – celebrated Armenia’s National Library Week by organizing a reading marathon of

Today marks the 25th anniversary of the death of Arthur Mkrtchyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-14 20:19:08

On April 8, the Deputies of the National Assembly of the Republic of Artsakh visited the Memorial complex of Stepanakert and laid flowers to the memory of the state

OCTOBER 2017, FIRST ARMENIAN NATIONAL COGNAC FESTIVAL. Vruyr penesyan
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-14 15:21:10

Armenian national cognac festival will be held for the first time on October 2017. The initiator of «Armenian national cognac festival» is the founder and president of BPA (Business

Dasaran Rewards New Generation Schools
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-14 11:52:04

On April 13 Dasaran Educational Center hosted the official award ceremony of the “New Generation School 2015-2016” ranking competition, jointly organized by the Ministries of Education and Science of

Geopolitical interests of Turkey in Abkhazia
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-13 20:24:17

Abkhazia only for Turks and Abkhazians. With  returns  of the “muhajirs” deported at the beginning of the XX century from Russia (ethnic Abkhazians and Circassians, Muslims) of special service of Turkey push the authorities of

Updated VivaCell-MTS website made accessible through մտս.հայ
  • Organizations
  • 2017-04-13 18:21:35

VivaCell-MTS has launched the updated version of the Company’s official website, which is made available also through address in Armenian մտս.հայ: The website has a flexible design, adapted so

Bako Sahakyan visited Mataghis village of the Martakert region and partook there at the tree-planting activity organized within the frameworks of cleaning works
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-13 16:49:58

On 13 April Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan visited Mataghis village of the Martakert region and partook there at the tree-planting activity organized within the frameworks of cleaning works.  The

The FAST Foundation announced the formation of the Advisory Board and the appointment of the CEO
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-13 11:38:23

FAST (The Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology) announced the formation of the Advisory Board and the appointment of the Chief Executive Director.   Impact investor and social entepreneur, co-founder of

Ucom Subscribers Will Call Russia without Additional Codes from Their Monthly Inclusions of Minutes
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-12 19:56:54

From today the subscribers of U!1500, U!2000 and U!3000 Prepay tariff plans as well as the subscribers of “Universal” Postpay tariff plans will use their monthly inclusions of minutes

Harut Sassounian.Trump’s Attack on Syria:Wrong for so Many Reasons
  • Articles and Analyses
  • 2017-04-12 18:43:29

  Many Americans and people around the world followed with great concern the off-the-cuff and zany ideas Donald Trump voiced during the presidential campaign and more ominously after becoming President.   It

Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory letter to President-elect of the Republic of South Ossetia -State of Alanya Anatoly Bibilov
  • Press release
  • 2017-04-11 17:28:26

On 11 April Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory letter to President-elect of the Republic of South Ossetia -State of Alanya Anatoly Bibilov.  The letter runs as follows: «Your

RAFFI HOVANNISIAN'S STATEMENT ON THE YEREVAN ELECTIONS
  • Social
  • 2017-04-11 15:01:49

Overshadowed by violence and political persecutions—and marred by rampant bribery and falsification—the recent parliamentary elections demonstrated yet again the ruling party’s incapacity to organize free, fair and legal elections.   So