The World Central Kitchen, founded by chef José Andrés, and the Armenian General Benevolent Union are working together to provide meals for forcibly displaced persons from Nagorno-Karabakh.The effort is long term and involves local community members, and even those who are themselves displaced.
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“Point of no return”: Pashinyan signals definitive split from Russia-led
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan declared that Armenia has passed “the point of no return” in its relationship with the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), responding to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s earlier statement that CSTO had no obligation to fight in Nagorno-Karabakh and that Armenia hadn’t been attacked. During a parliamentary Q&A session, Pashinyan countered Putin’s assertion, stating that Armenia faced clear aggression in both 2021 and 2022. “We discussed these developments with our allies beforehand, who assured us that Armenia’s borders were a ‘red line’ for them,” Pashinyan said. “When the violation occurred, and we pointed out that their red […]
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The International Women’s Association of Yerevan celebrates 11th Christmas bazaar
By Sophie Holloway The International Women’s Association of Yerevan (IWAY) hosted its 11th Christmas Bazaar on Sunday, in the Marriot-Armenia Hotel near Republic Square. Founded in 2012, the organization focuses on improving the lives of women and children in remote and border regions of Armenia. It receives no government funding and is completely reliant on events such as the bazaar, their largest, annual fund-raising opportunity. Starting out small, the association has developed over the years. “We started out as a club for women expatriates who wanted to meet once a month,” says Rita Minassian, the Event Director. “Over the years, […]
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Armenia at a crossroads: Reclaiming democracy amidst leadership failures and
Op-ed by Vartan Oskanian, Armenia’s former foreign minister (1998-2008) Armenia finds itself at a precarious moment in its democratic journey. The tenure of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has become emblematic of a broader crisis—a faltering democracy that struggles to deliver accountability, stability, or progress. Despite historic lows in his approval ratings, Pashinyan’s continued grip on power exposes the weaknesses in Armenia’s democratic institutions and the inability of its opposition to present a viable alternative. As the country moves toward its next scheduled parliamentary elections in June 2026—or possibly earlier due to unforeseen developments—the urgency for political recalibration has never been […]
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“I try to seize every opportunity as a gift to
Today’s guest on Mindful Leaders is Tatev Petrossian, an inspiring designer, entrepreneur, and a visionary. Born to Armenian parents and raised in France, Tatev’s deep ancestral connection to the regions of Mush, Sasun, Van, and Yegheknadzor has shapedf her life journey. After working in financial and strategy management, Tatev founded Revolve Consulting, a company centred on design thinking and the circular economy. However, the war in Artsakh triggered a powerful transformation in her life. Confronting pain and loss, she found strength and channelled her emotions into a driving force for change. This shift led her to design with a deeper, […]
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Visa’s vision for business and economic development in Armenia
Partner content In this interview, Diana Kiguradze, Visa’s Regional Manager for the Caucasus, provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s strategy and achievements in driving the growth of digital finance in Georgia and Armenia. Drawing on her experience spearheading Visa’s agenda in this dynamic region, Kiguradze shares insights into the unique opportunities and obstacles faced in expanding electronic payments infrastructure, fostering financial inclusion, and adapting global solutions to local market dynamics.
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Loyalty vs. impartiality: The government’s move undermines judicial independence
By Tatev Baghdasaryan Alexander Sirunyan, the ruling party’s nominee for a non-judge position on the Supreme Judicial Council (SJC), has recently become one of the most controversial figures in Armenian public life. His nomination has sparked widespread criticism and raised serious concerns about the potential impact on the independence and integrity of the judiciary. The SJC is constitutionally tasked with ensuring the independence of courts and judges. However, Sirunyan’s nomination has caused alarm due to his membership in the ruling “Civil Contract” party and his vocal support for Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan. There are serious concerns that his appointment would […]
