The Jewish community in Armenia has a rich history, but it remains small and relatively tight-knit. The Russian invasion of Ukraine in February prompted many Jews from Russia, as well as from Belarus and Ukraine, to settle in Armenia, breathing new life into the country’s Jewish community. CivilNet spoke to community members and Gershon Burstein, the Chief Rabbi of Armenia, to get more familiar with this community, which some historians date back to the times of the Armenian king Tigran the Great.
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Europe’s moment for building peace in the South Caucasus
Dr. Marat Terterov, co-founder of the Brussels Energy Club and the European Geopolitical Forum, discusses the current situation of the European Union’s relations with the South Caucasian countries- Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. He also explains his vision for regional cooperation in the South Caucasus, and the steps needed to discourage conflict and foster stability.
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Armenia trails neighbors in developing relations with China
By Alexander Pracht After a nine-month vacancy, China has appointed a new ambassador to Armenia, Li Xinwei, who formally presented his credentials to the Armenian government on Monday, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to revitalizing political dialogue and enhancing cooperation across various sectors. The appointment raises expectations for a new chapter in bilateral ties, which in recent years have seen limited engagement, lagging behind the more dynamic partnerships China has developed with neighboring Georgia and Azerbaijan. Armenia-China relations remain far from their peak, according to Benyamin Poghosyan, Senior Research Fellow at APRI Armenia. […]
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Pollution and Flooding: Life Near the Debed River
By Christopher Crowson Nearly a year after the Debed River flooded, riverside communities in the Lori and Alaverdi provinces took part in the “Debed – My River” campaign to shed light on their living conditions exacerbated by the river’s pollution. Organised by the Centre for Community Mobilization and Support NGO, the program aimed to raise awareness on the issues faced by residents who live beside the Debed River. “The Debed is life for us. Without water, we cannot grow anything, bring in our harvests and live securely”, said Samvel Siradeghyan, a riverside farmer who mainly grows tobacco. The Debed, one […]
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Low cost and high quality fuel Armenia’s medical tourism boom
Medical tourism has developed rapidly in Armenia in recent years. Armenians and non-Armenians living abroad are increasingly traveling to the country to gain access to various types of medical services. Currently, rhinoplasty and dentistry are the most sought-after services for foreign clients.
