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PM Pashinyan receives Reps. Jackie Speier and Judy Chu

Emma Jilavian

PM Pashinyan receives Reps. Jackie Speier and Judy Chu

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 20:12, 9 October, 2019

YEREVAN, OCTOBER 9, ARMENPRESS. Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan received on October 9 Members of the U.S. House of Representatives Jackie Speier and Judy Chu.

As ARMENPRESS was informed from the Office of the Prime Minister of Armenia, the PM welcomed the visit of the congresswomen to Armenia and highlighted the meeting with them in the context of discussing the continuation of the dialogue and deepening of the cooperation between Armenia and the USA. Nikol Pashinyan referred to the important reforms in different spheres in Armenia, emphasizing that democracy is the credo and value system of the Armenian people and Armenia will continue the reform aimed at strengthening democracy and the support of the international partners will foster its quick and successful implementation.

Jackie Speier and Judy Chu noted that they are proud to visit Armenia, meet with the Armenian Premier and exchange views with him on the deepening of the Armenian-U.S. relations. They said that the velvet revolution of Armenia and the achievements following the revolution are impressive and the USA is ready to support PM Pashinyan and his Cabinet to implement the reform agenda aimed at the development of democracy.

The congresswomen presented details from their visit to Artsakh, noting that they are impressed by the peace-loving nature of Artsakh, feeling of safety and high level of civic consciousness.

Nikol Pashinyan noted that the visit of the U.S. congresswomen to Artsakh and their assessments are important in terms of politics and humanitarianism, adding that Armenia highlights the development of democratic institutions and civil society in Artsakh. According to the PM, the elections of local self-government bodies in Artsakh showed the significant progress in this direction in Artsakh.

The Armenian Premier and the U.S. congresswomen exchanged minds on the strengthening of democracy in Armenia and expansion of the Armenian-U.S. partnership for this goal. The sides also referred to the continuation of the technical assistance provided by the USAID to Armenia.

Edited and translated by Tigran Sirekanyan

A1+: Artur Aleksanyan to not participate in World Championship final

Emma Jilavian

Artur Aleksanyan (97kg), a gold medal holder at the Olympics, will not participate in the Greco-Roman Wrestling World Championship final in Nur-Sultan. This was reported by the press service of the National Olympic Committee of Armenia.

On September 16, the wrestler from Gyumri received a bone fracture during the semifinals, as a result of which he cannot fight for the title of world champion.

Mass baptism of children of the fallen heroes in April war took place in Artsakh

Emma Jilavian
Panorama, Armenia
Sept 16 2019

The Cathedral of Holy Christ the Savior in the Artsakh city of Shushi hosted a mass baptism ceremony of children and relatives of servicemen who fell victim during the four-day war in April 2016.

Veteran of the April war became godfathers of the children at the event that brought some 250 guests from Artsakh and Armenia.

The Union of the participants of the April military actions congratulated on all baptized and thanked the initiators of the ceremony in the name of Ruben Mkhitaryan. 

Artsakh’s FM, French parliamentarians highlight development of Artsakh’s international relations

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Artsakh’s FM, French parliamentarians highlight development of Artsakh’s international relations

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YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 11, ARMENPRESS. Foreign Minister of Artsakh Masis Mayilian received the delegation of Members of the National Assembly and Senate of France headed by Chairman of the France-Artsakh Friendship Circle Guy Teissier on September 11.

As ARMENPRESS was informed from the press service eof the MFA Artsakh, the Foreign Minister welcomed the French MPs and noted the importance of their visit in view of getting acquainted with the current situation in Artsakh and developing friendly relations between the two peoples.

Masis Mayilian touched upon the state-building process and the democratic developments taking place in Artsakh, in particular, the recent elections to the local self-government bodies. The Foreign Minister stressed that they are yet another manifestation of the process of organization of the public life in Artsakh, based on democratic values.

During the meeting, the sides touched upon the achievements in the bilateral relations, as well as the challenges and the opportunities of addressing them. They stressed the need for the development of the international relations of Artsakh and the importance of unimpeded realization of the fundamental rights and freedoms by its citizens.

Masis Mayilian emphasized the need to multiply the efforts towards the development of the parliamentary diplomacy and decentralized cooperation between the two countries. In this context, the Foreign Minister stressed the key role of the France-Artsakh Friendship Circle.

Central Bank of Armenia: exchange rates and prices of precious metals – 04-09-19

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Central Bank of Armenia: exchange rates and prices of precious metals – 04-09-19

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17:30, 4 September, 2019

YEREVAN, 4 SEPTEMBER, ARMENPRESS. The Central Bank of Armenia informs “Armenpress” that today, 4 september, USD exchange rate up by 0.17 drams to 476.50 drams. EUR exchange rate up by 3.81 drams to 525.01 drams. Russian Ruble exchange rate up by 0.06 drams to 7.18 drams. GBP exchange rate up by 9.92 drams to 580.66 drams.

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

Gold price вup by 190.65 drams to 23559.6 drams. Silver price вup by 2.01 drams to 283.03 drams. Platinum price вup by 204.23 drams to 14415.96 drams.

Asbarez: Merdinian School Opens its Doors for the New Academic Year

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Merdinian School’s Opening Ceremony for 2019-20 Academic Year

BY LOUISA JANBAZIAN

It’s another new school year. After a two-month break, teachers, students, and parents have enthusiastically returned to their daily lives and challenges at Merdinian School. For the 38th year, by the grace of God, the School opened its doors to Armenian children and embraced them with the promise of a safe environment, where the students will grow up and develop in spirit and mind.

On Wednesday, August 21, at 8 a.m., Merdinian School welcomed 36 full time faculty members and 230 students, who were ready to start the new academic year with renewed energy, goals, and opportunities. As the “First Bell” rang, students, faculty, parents, and board members gathered at the Aram and Anahis D. Boolghoorjian Hall for the Opening Ceremony of the new school year. The program started with National anthems led by music teacher Alice Der Kevorkian, followed by the recitation of Psalm 121 by three 6th grade students led by Religion Department Chair Lena Ekmekjian.

Rev. Serop Megerditchian

Rev. Serop Megerditchian, Merdinian School Board member and Senior Pastor of the Armenian Cilicia Evangelical Church of Pasadena, CA, addressed the students, parents, and the teachers with the Bible verse “Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man” (Luke 2:52), and emphasized that “Merdinian’s students are called upon to develop and grow not only physically, but also in academics, education, wisdom, as well as Christian and Armenian heritage. As such, when they successfully complete their schooling, they will be able to find favor from God and from men.”

Board Vice Chair Rita Meneshian addressed the students, faculty, and parents on behalf of the School Board, and thanked the parents for entrusting their children’s education to Merdinian School.

Principal Lina Arslanian

In her remarks, School Principal Lina Arslanian gladly announced the increase in student numbers and made a quick overview of the summer camp activities, as well as current and new programs to be implemented in the coming school year. These new projects include: the revamping of the technology curriculum and the new Technology Lab equipped with new computers, 3D printers (which were gifts from departing 8th grade students), a Robotics table, and Chromebooks to be used by the 5th through 8th grade students in their classrooms and at home.

After introducing the teaching staff and their responsibilities for the 2019 – 20 academic year, Principal Arslanian concluded her remarks by stating, “We continue to find new ways to live our mission, educate our students, and pursue excellence. Together we are transforming teaching and learning.”

Merdinian School Board Vice Chair Rita Meneshian

The Opening Ceremony ended with the singing of the Lord’s Prayer, “Hayr Mehr,” and Benediction offered by Rev. Megerditchian.

The Merdinian Preschool held its Opening Ceremony on Monday, August 19. Principal Arslanian welcomed the students and expressed her enthusiasm over the expansion of the Preschool to accommodate 74 preschool students. She thanked the Preschool Director Marijan Kevorkian for her input and valuable leadership and wished the preschool faculty the best for a productive and successful year. Kevorkian, in her turn, welcomed all parents, assuring them that their children at Merdinian Preshool will enjoy loving care in a nurturing environment. The parents then visited the classrooms for an orientation session with their children’s teachers.

Established in 1982 by the Armenian Missionary Association of America and the Armenian Evangelical Union of North America, Merdinian School, located in Sherman Oaks, CA, is the only Armenian Evangelical School in the United States. The School offers a broad-based curriculum that fosters academic excellence, high moral values, and spiritual enrichment in the Armenian Evangelical tradition. Merdinian strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where every student receives personal attention to become a successful and responsible individual. For more information, you may contact the School directly at 818.907.8149.

Amulsar: Government scrutinizes possible need for another environmental audit

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Amulsar: Government scrutinizes possible need for another environmental audit

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14:02, 21 August, 2019

YEREVAN, AUGUST 21, ARMENPRESS. The Government of Armenia will forward the environmental audit conclusion on Amulsar gold mine to the Ministry of Environment, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on Facebook.

He said the environment ministry is tasked to determine “whether or not the conclusion contains information which according to Armenian legislation require the need for a new Environmental Impact Assessment for the operation of the Amulsar mine”.

On August 19th, however, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that the Government intends to allow Lydian International to continue the Amulsar project. The decision was based on the conclusion of an environmental audit conducted by ELARD. Pashinyan emphasized that the project will be operated strictly in adherence to high environmental standards.

Edited and translated by Stepan Kocharyan




Iran-born businessman asks Armenia PM for assistance

Emma Jilavian
News.am, Armenia
Aug 17 2019
Iran-born businessman asks Armenia PM for assistance Iran-born businessman asks Armenia PM for assistance

16:26, 17.08.2019
                  

A businessman participating in Saturday’s “My Step for Kotayk Province” business investment forum in Tsakhkadzor, Armenia, presented to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan a banking-sector problem that hinders their activities.

This Iranian-born businessman noted that there are banking issues for Iranian-born Armenians, since they are subject to US sanctions. But at the same time, he noted that, for example, Iranians living in the US do not have these problems, whereas Iranians living in Armenia—do.

Pashinyan noted that there is an important nuance in what this businessman was saying, and that we need to understand exactly what this is about.

“The [Armenian] government doesn’t interfere—at least negatively—in any way on this matter,” he said. “Banks are private companies, they also have foreign shareholders, and the government can’t interfere (…), especially in giving-not giving a loan.

“But months ago when there were problems also with our compatriots who are the citizens of Iran, the government started communication with the banking system, so that we could maximally protect the interests of our citizens so they would not be discriminated against.

“In terms of protecting against discrimination, the government can of course understand, record that if there is a case of discrimination, it can also take some action that stems from it.”

Armenian and Russian human rights defenders discuss Armenian labor migrants’ problems in Russia

Emma Jilavian
ARKA, Armenia
Aug 16 2019

YEREVAN, August 16. /ARKA/. Armenian and Russian human rights defenders Arman Tatoyan  and Tatyana Moskalkova met today in the Russian capital Moscow to look into what could be done to  resolve the problems encountered by Armenian labor migrants in Russia and also ethnic Armenian Russian citizens.

The active cooperation of the Armenian human rights defender’s office with the Armenian embassy in Russia was stressed. Armenian Ambassador Vardan Toghanyan, and president of the Union of Armenians in Russia Ara Abrahamyan were also present. -0-