Author: Kanayan Tamar

THE PEDAGOGICAL UNIVERSITY IS ENGAGED IN THE REPUBLICAN PARTY OF ARMENIA (RPA) PROPAGANDA
Gohar HAKOBYAN

April 10, 2012 17:23

Although Armen Ashotyan, an RPA minister, has ordered rectors not
to politicize colleges, the student unions of those were and remain
“the most Republicanized.”

One of the striking examples of that was the event organized in
Charles Aznavour Square in the framework of the RPA election campaign,
the leading actors of which were the RPA youth organization and
the Armenian State Pedagogical University (ASPU) student union. The
university students not only made statements on the stage, but also
enthusiastically flew the RPA flag. inquired from Volodya
Gasparyan, the head of the ASPU student union, whether the university
student union was a party unit to be engaged in the propaganda of a
certain party, whether it wasn’t banned by the law.

“But who said that we are engaged in propaganda in the premises of
the university, moreover, it isn’t written the Pedagogical University
on the poster, it is written the ASPU student union,” justified
my interlocutor. The student union belongs to the Armenian State
Pedagogical University and not to any party unit,

doesn’t it? “The Student union is a self-governed body and has the
right to participate in multifold events,” Volodya tried not to give
up. “Even in party-like events?” we didn’t yield. The head of the
student union said that they could cooperate on various programs
which didn’t contradict the student interests.

And if, for example, the ANC makes an offer to cooperate what will
they do? “We haven’t gotten any such offer yet, if there is one,
we will discuss it,” concluded Volodya Gasparyan.

TURKOLOGIST: AZERBAIJANI MILITARY FUNCTIONARIES LAUNDER MONEY AT MILITARY EQUIPMENT

arminfo
Wednesday, April 11, 19:44

I have got an impression that all the countries of the region and,
in particular, Azerbaijan, which has been purchasing a great amount of
marine armament, has been actively preparing to the war, Turkologist
Sarkis Asatryan said at today’s press-conference. He also linked
the purchase of the armament with laundering of money, especially
if we take into consideration a rather high level of corruption
in Azerbaijan.

“The military functionaries launder money in the military contracts
very often. They buy old military equipment but register it like a
new one and earn big money thanks to that. I would like to recall
that such cases have been already registered in Azerbaijan, when
old military equipment was purchased from Ukraine. The case ended
tragically and was followed with human losses”, – Asatryan said.

He also added that the West will not start a war against Iran until
it finds placement of the nuclear objects of Iran which are under the
ground. Only after that the battle actions are possible, otherwise
the war will be long-lasting and bring many victims.

‘ATMOSPHERE OF FEAR IN AVAN’: GAYANE ARUSTAMYAN’S OBSERVATIONS

Panorama.am
11/04/2012

“Fear realms in Avan; there is an atmosphere of fear there,” said
Gayane Arustamyan who runs at constituency No.1 in Yerevan and whom
the Armenian National Congress defends.

Being in touch with people during those days has proved that “people
are afraid, they report that they are Republican first then something
else turns out.”

“I don’t want to open too many secrets, because I know the methodology
of the Republican party. I know their Nazi treatment with the people,”
she said.

According to the observations the number of people refusing electoral
bribe has increased. “They disgust it, you see, they disgust it,”
Arustamyan added.

ADIBEKYAN: “ARF-D CAN LEND ITS PROGRAMME TO OTHER PARTIES, THE LANGUAGE IS CLEAR”

14:28 . 11/04

A high political culture has been formulated among the Armenian public,
this is the conclusion of the study carried out by Aharon Adibekyan
who is the head of Sociometer Sociological Centre.

The study was mainly carried out in Yerevan. Presently, 70% of the
Armenian voters is going to participate in the elections, but 41%
has already decided while 29% is still hesitating.

The sociologist has also said the public is in confusion from the
statements of the leaders of different political forces.

“We must cut the tongues of all those who are presenting frantic
ratings,” Adibekyan said adding that in case they lose they must
resign, while no such case has taken place.

Touching upon the election technologies the sociologist noted
especially ANC and Heritage Party cannot have an election technology.

OYP, RPA, PAP and ARF-D are the parties the aims of which are close
to reality.

To note, Adibekyan, who was also present at the presentation of ARF-D’s
programme has also said today that ARF-D claims to be a leader with
its programme. The party must change its political brand.

“The programme had 74 points, which reflected all the problems of our
country-the social, ethnographic, political and economic problems. I
didn’t find any flaw. And in that respect, ARF-D may lend its
programme to the other parties, as the language is clear, the ideas
are perceptible and understandable for all the layers. Usually all
the programmes presented are either very coarse or very complicated.

The party is perceived as a national party, a party of personnel,
which can become strength in difficult moments,” Adibekyan has said.

METSAMOR NUCLEAR POWER PLANT AND ITS EMPLOYEES NEED SPECIAL ATTENTION, ARMENIA’S PRESIDENT SAYS

ARMENPRESS
APRIL 11, 2012
YEREVAN

YEREVAN, APRIL 11, ARMENPRESS: Metsamor is of crucial significance
for Armenia’s economy and the state is going to keep under limelight
the employees of the atomic power plant, President of Armenia, leader
of the Republican Party of Armenia (RPA) Serzh Sargsyan said during
the visit to the town of Metsamor, Armavir region.

“Today we are proud of our nuclear power plant and we are proud that we
have such employees who in these complicated conditions are carrying
out such huge volume of work. We are grateful to you for your work,
your devotion,” he stressed, adding that the construction of new
energy unit is a priority for Armenia and the government has planned
to start the construction works by 2014.

“Both we and you understand what it means to put into operation 1000
megawatt power new energy unit. It may greatly promote our economy,”
the president stressed, adding that social programs are also intended
to be held in Metsamor.

“Of course you, the employees of the plant, may ask why your salaries
are not being raised, but I would like to say that we are planning
to do so. The plant is of special significance and the employees need
special attention as well,” Serzh Sargsyan convinced.

ARMENIAN GENOCIDE WALK TO BE HELD IN PHILADELPHIA

PanARMENIAN.Net
April 11, 2012 – 15:45 AMT

PanARMENIAN.Net – On Saturday, April 28, for the fifth consecutive
year, the Armenian Genocide Walk will take place in Philadelphia,
U.S., providing an opportunity for the entire Philadelphia community
to gather to commemorate the 97th anniversary of the Genocide,
and educate the public on Turkish denial of the atrocities committed
against the Armenians in the Ottoman Empire from 1915-18, The Armenian
Weekly reported.

Hundreds will gather at the Mher Statue by the Philadelphia Museum
of Art and walk through the streets of Philadelphia to rally and
bring exposure to the cause. At the conclusion of the walk, a program
will be held on the lawn of the Independence Hall Visitor’s Center
featuring keynote speaker, renowned Turkish scholar, Dr. Taner Akcam.

The program will also include participation by local dignitaries,
community leaders, and clergymen with performances by the Jampa Band
and Hamazkayin Meghri Dance Group.

With support from the Philadelphia Armenian Inter-Communal Committee,
the Philadelphia Armenian Genocide Walk is sponsored by youth
representatives from area churches and organizations who have worked
tirelessly to develop a meaningful and special opportunity for the
Philadelphia Armenian community – and nearby communities – to come
together to make an appeal for justice.

On April 24, Armenian Martyrs’ Day, the Philadelphia Armenian
Inter-Communal Committee will sponsor a Requiem Service, wreath-laying,
and cultural program at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church,
101 Ashmead Road, Cheltenham, Pa., beginning at 7 p.m. The event is
free and open to the public. It is organized by all five Philadelphia
Armenian churches, and will feature students of the Armenian Sisters
Academy performing songs and recitations, as well as an address by
Armenian Genocide Walk co-chair Vicken Bazarbashian.

ANDREA BOCELLI TO PERFORM IN ARMENIA

news.am
April 11, 2012 | 14:13

YEREVAN. – World famous Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will give a
concert in Yerevan’s Liberty Square on April 22.

He will be accompanied by the Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra
(conductor Marcello Rota), Armenia State Chamber Choir and “Hover”
Chamber Choir,

ARMENIAN FM TO MEET MINSK GROUP CO-CHAIRS IN WARSAW

armradio.am
11.04.2012 15:06

Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian will visit Warsaw on
April 12. Within the framework of the visit Minister Nalbandian is
scheduled to meet with the Co-Chairs of the OSCE Minsk Group in Warsaw,
Press and Information Department of the Armenian Ministry of Foreign
Affairs reported.

MISS ARMENIA 2012 TO ATTEND MISS WORLD CONTEST (PHOTOS)

11.04.12

Anna Arakelyan won the Miss Armenia 2012 title at yesterday’s contest
held in Yerevan’s Gabriel Sundukyan Theatre.

This success paves her way to the Miss World contest in which Armenia
will have its first ever participation this year.

Yesterday’s event had brought together 17 participants aged 18-24.

Katerina Abrahamyan, 18, and Anita Gabrielyan, 17, were awarded the
second and third prizes, respectively. It was the first Miss Armenia
contest in the past five years. In 2007, Margarita Sarukhanyan was
declared Armenia’s miss beauty.

Miss Armenia participants have also represented the country at
international beauty contests, including Miss Europe, Miss Asia and
Oceania, Miss Transcaucasus, and Miss CIS.

KARO PAILAN: DISCRIMINATION KILLS ‘HRANTS’ IN TURKEY

Panorama.am
11/04/2012

Discrimination against national minorities in Turkey deserves state
support in Turkey, Karo Pailan, headmaster at Armenian school in
Yesilkoy and coordinator of education commission founded by foundations
adjacent to schools, said.

Speaking to Turkish daily Radikal, Pailan described the interior
social situation in Turkey.

“Unfortunately, the state alienates those who are not of Turkish
identity, who bear different identities. Because of these
discriminations Hrants are killed in this country,” said Karo Pailan.