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Deputy PM Avinyan chairs session of Council for Improvement of Demographic Situation

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Deputy PM Avinyan chairs session of Council for Improvement of Demographic Situation

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YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 17, ARMENPRESS. The session of the Council for Improvement of Demographic Situation was held on September 16 led by Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia Tigran Avinyan, the deputy PM’s Office told Armenpress.

Avinyan delivered speech at the session.

“Dear colleagues,

I am happy to welcome you at the regular session of the Council for Improvement of Demographic Situation.

As you know, the government with its program has assumed a commitment to ensure the stability of demographic situation and boost birthrate.

At the same time the improvement of demographic situation is not an end in itself for the government. The state’s both military, economic and social security is ensured through this. Therefore, this issue is among the priorities of our activity. On the other hand, the negative trends registered in demographic sector in the past period are very concerning. Taking into account this our policy is going to be revolutionary because this issue with such deep roots is possible to overcome only with innovative and fundamental solutions.

Let me introduce the actions taken so far. It’s understandable that the issue cannot be addressed without a deep analysis, that’s why during the previous sessions of the Council we have touched upon the predictions of the demographic situation, the strategic provisions and the best international practice. The demographic issues facing our country have been revealed. Today we already have the necessary facts and analysis in order to transition from the preparation stage to the implementation of practical steps.

It’s also clear to us that we cannot wait long for the results of the ongoing reforms due to the urgency of the topic. Therefore, the actions aimed at improving the demographic situation should be implemented starting from the first half of 2020.

Dear colleagues,

Based on the results of the analysis we came to the conclusion that it’s necessary to develop and implement new programs aimed at promoting birthrate, assisting families, within the frames of which the current programs will also be revised. Targeted programs for repatriated families will also be developed, giving priority to young families and families with children”, he said.

Summing up the session the deputy PM gave instructions to the ministers of Labor and Social Affairs, Education, science, culture and sport, Territorial administration and infrastructures, the Chair of the Urban Development Committee.

Edited and translated by Aneta Harutyunyan




Armenian church being restored in Aleppo

Boshkezenian Garik
Panorama, Armenia
Sept 16 2019

Restoration of the dome and belfry of the Church of the Holy Mother of God, an Armenian Apostolic church located in the Sulaymaniyah district of Aleppo, Syria, has kicked off.

The Armenian church partially damaged during the Syrian war is set to welcome thousands of faithful in good condition in the next few days, Kantsasar newspaper reported.  

 


Artsakh’s President congratulates in connection with elections of local self-government bodies

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Artsakh’s President congratulates in connection with elections of local self-government bodies

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 18:35, 9 September, 2019

YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 9, ARMENPRESS. Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory address in connection with the local self-government bodies’ elections on September 9. As ARMENPRESS was informed from the press service of Artsakh President’s Office,the address runs as follows:

“Dear compatriots,
I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of us on the local self-administration bodies’ elections held in our republic.

As usual, the recent electoral race was quite dynamic, the elections were held in the intrinsic to democratic states environment of freedom, transparency and mutual respect, which has been also testified by different organizations carrying out observation missions.

I would like to congratulate the candidates having succeeded in the elections and wish them fruitful work. The local self-administration bodies are primordial the chain whose efficiency to a great extent predetermines the functioning of the entire state system. I am thus confident you will do your best for the development and enhancement of your communities and Artsakh.

I would also like to congratulate all the candidates having taken part in the elections and wish them success in their future undertakings.

These elections have marked another significant step in the development of our state-building, on our people’s path to build a free, independent and democratic country.”

Sports: ‘Armenia have already beaten Italy!’

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Football Italia
Sept 5 2019
‘Armenia have already beaten Italy!’
By Football Italia staff

Armenia CT Armen Gyulbudaghyants is confident his country can spring a shock against Italy as ‘we beat them in a futsal match a few months ago.’

Italy are leaders in Group J of Euro 2020 qualifying with four wins from four, but Armenia are not far off the pace as they sit in third place with six points.

“The President of our federation said we could beat Italy,” Gyulbudaghyants said at a Press conference for Thursday’s game in Yerevan.

“He didn’t put me on the spot. We beat Italy in a futsal match a few months ago and we can do it on a bigger pitch.

“We know the Italian national team are very strong and that they’ve changed philosophy with Mancini.

“Now they attack with more bravery and play good football.”

Central Bank of Armenia: exchange rates and prices of precious metals – 28-08-19

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Central Bank of Armenia: exchange rates and prices of precious metals – 28-08-19

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YEREVAN, 28 AUGUST, ARMENPRESS. The Central Bank of Armenia informs “Armenpress” that today, 28 august, USD exchange rate down by 0.07 drams to 475.86 drams. EUR exchange rate down by 0.80 drams to 527.63 drams. Russian Ruble exchange rate down by 0.04 drams to 7.13 drams. GBP exchange rate down by 3.47 drams to 580.26 drams.

The Central Bank has set the following prices for precious metals.

Gold price вup by 442.59 drams to 23452.99 drams. Silver price вup by 10.29 drams to 271.18 drams. Platinum price вup by 151.08 drams to 13172.66 drams.

Armenia’s PM to Jermuk residents: We do not hear each other after certain moment

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News.am, Armenia
Aug 23 2019
Armenia’s PM to Jermuk residents: We do not hear each other after certain moment Armenia’s PM to Jermuk residents: We do not hear each other after certain moment

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The only thing that causes discomfort is that we do not hear each other from a certain moment, said Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan during a meeting with Jermuk residents on Friday.

According to him, a criminal case has been initiated and an international examination has been conducted on PM’s initiative.

The Head of Government added that, according to the official conclusion, the operation of the mine does not threaten the Jermuk reservoirs and Lake Sevan.

The 11 servicemen injured in the accident in Tavush did not receive any serious injuries. Ministry of Defense

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In connection with the car accident in Tavush Marz, I would like to report that no serviceman was seriously injured. Artsrun Hovhannisyan, spokesperson of the RA Ministry of Defense, wrote about this on his Facebook page.


To note, earlier Shamshyan.com reported that today, August 23, a car accident took place in Tavush region. At around 03:30, under still unknown circumstances, a GAZ 66 car with license plate number 6710 Sh was overturned near the military unit of the RA Defense Ministry located near the village of Baghanis.


As a result of the accident, the 11 servicemen in the car were taken to the Noyemberyan Medical Center with minor injuries.

Red Cross Ready to Build Anti-Shelling Protective Walls in Armenia – Defense Ministry

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Sputnik News Service
August 8, 2019 Thursday 00:00 UTC
Red Cross Ready to Build Anti-Shelling Protective Walls in Armenia – Defense Ministry
 
YEREVAN, August 8 (Sputnik) – The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is ready to launch a pilot project in Armenia aimed at protecting civilian infrastructure from cross-border shelling from Azerbaijan, the Armenian Defense Ministry said in a press release on Wednesday following talks between Defense Minister Davit Tonoyan with the head of ICRC delegation in Armenia, Claire Meytraud.
 
During the meeting, the sides discussed the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict and recent growth of tension on the Nakhichevan sector of the Armenian-Azerbaijani border, as well as the cooperation between the ministry and the ICRC delegation in Armenia, the statement said.
 
“Meytraud expressed readiness to conduct in cooperation with relevant Armenian institutions a risk mitigation pilot project, under includes building protective walls around schools, kindergartens and areas exposed to frequent shelling, as well as awareness raising among the population in one of the most vulnerable communities [located near the border with Azerbaijan],” the press release read.
 
Tonoyan and Meytraud also discussed matters pertaining to persons gone missing during the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict in the disputed Nagorno-Karabakh region, the statement added.
 
Armenia and Azerbaijan are at odds over the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. In February 1988, the overwhelmingly Armenian Nagorno-Karabakh autonomy expressed will to leave the Soviet Azerbaijani republic citing its right for self-determination under Soviet law and proclaimed independence in 1991. Azerbaijan, in retaliation, launched an offensive and lost control over the territory of Nagorno-Karabakh and several other areas around it.
 
Since 1992, peace in Nagorno-Karabakh has been mediated by the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe Minsk group. Azerbaijan stands by retaining its territorial integrity, while Armenia represents the interests of the self-proclaimed Nagorno-Karabakh Republic which is not an official party to negotiations. In 1994, a ceasefire agreement was reached. However, occasional shelling and clashes on the border have been ongoing, with a major escalation in April 2016.

ATG Places 5th Portable Laboratory in Kavar

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Garik Degoyan (left) taking possession of the PVDL from Dr. James Reynolds in Kavar

KAVAR, Armenia—The fifth Portable Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory was delivered to Armenia by the Armenian Technology Group, Inc. This time the portable laboratory was stationed in Kavar, by Lake Sevan, in Gegharkunik region of Armenia.

Garik Degoyan, head of Kavar Regional Veterinary Services, was excited to take possession of the latest PVDL. “I have been anxiously waiting to have received this amazing package since I first saw it demonstrated a few years ago. We never had such flexibility and efficacy in our hands. This will be very useful to us; we can reach the farmers and provide fast service to their animal health concerns, no matter where they might be located,” stated Degoyan.

Dr. Reynolds presenting the PVDL to Garik Degoyan

The PVDL and its components were hand carried to Armenia by the President of the ATG Board of Directors, Dr. James P. Reynolds—Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and Master of Preventive Veterinary Medicine—who had initiated the concept of PVDL, as well as the Executive Director of ATG, Varoujan Der Simonian.

The Portable Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories enables local veterinarians to provide on-farm and on-site veterinary services to domestic, cattle, and dairy producing livestock, thereby helping prevent the loss of farm animals and subsequently farm income.

ATG’s Varoujan Der Simonian handing a PVDL to Ijevan regional Veterinary Service Center

The PVDLs could be used by veterinarians to conduct an on-farm and on-site diagnoses of animals for complete blood counts, including WBC and RBC; Culturing and incubation of bacteria; Fecal examinations; Staining and microscopy of tissues, fluids, bacteria and parasites; Semen analysis; Serum chemistries and Urinalysis.

“In celebration of our 30th anniversary in serving the people of Armenia, ATG is pleased to have stationed another PVDL in Armenia,” said Dr. Reynolds. “We believe these portable laboratories present the opportunity to significantly enhance the veterinary diagnostic capabilities of livestock industry in Armenia.”

Varoujan Der Simonian of ATG handing a PVDL unit to Ijevan regional Veterinary Service Center

The Armenian Technology Group was founded 30 years ago, in 1989, to assist the people of Armenia toward agricultural development. Since 2015 however, ATG has placed five PVDLs at the Regional Centers for Veterinary Services in Yerevan, Vanadsor, Ijevan, Goris and now Kavar.

During their trip, representatives of the ATG met with Berg Tumanyan, DVM the head of Central Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in Armenia and Georgi Avetisyan, Director of State Food Safety Services. Avetisyan also oversees Veterinary Services, which, after restructuring of the government, were moved outside of the ministry and placed under direct supervision of the Prime Minister’s Cabinet. They visited with local veterinarians as well, and evaluated previously stationed PVDL sites.

Dr. James Reynolds with the staff of Kavar Regional Veterinary

ATG is a California based non-profit organization. Tax-deductible donations could be made on line through the organizations website or mailed to Armenian Technology Group, Inc. P.O. BOX 5929 Fresno, CA 93755.




Armenpress: Armenian community of Istanbul opts out from 2019 Pan-Armenian Games

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Armenian community of Istanbul opts out from 2019 Pan-Armenian Games

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12:13, 2 August, 2019

YEREVAN, AUGUST 2, ARMENPRESS. The Armenian community of Istanbul has chosen not to participate in the upcoming 2019 Pan-Armenian Games.

The 7th Pan-Armenian Games will be co-hosted this year by Armenia and Artsakh.

Member of the Pan-Armenian Games regulatory commission for Istanbul Haykaram Karasu revealed at a press briefing that the community has decided to opt out due to the NK conflict-related potential risk of tensions regarding the travel of athletes to the country in terms of the Turkish official stance regarding the matter. “Karasu informed that the main reason for not-participating is the fact that the games will be organized in Artsakh, a circumstance that has put the Istanbul-Armenian group of athletes in a difficult situation”, the Istanbul-based Zhamanak newspaper reported.

The Armenian community of Istanbul is comprised of ethnic Armenians who are citizens of Turkey.

Being well-aware of Turkey’s stance regarding regional issues, namely the Artsakh issue, the commission said they didn’t want to cause problems for the athletes. Karasu noted however, that in the past the Istanbul group was taking part in the sports event, however then it was organized solely in Armenia.

The grand opening of the 7th Pan-Armenian Games will take place in Artsakh, while the closing ceremony will be held in Armenia.

 

Edited and translated by Stepan Kocharyan