Category: 2022

Sports: Armenian weightlifter Gor Minasyan to represent Bahrain

Alex Jidarian
PanARMENIAN
Armenia –
– 15:00 AMT

PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenian weightlifter Gor Minasyan will perform under the flag of Bahrain, the National Olympic Committee says.

Head coach of the national team Pashik Alaverdyan cited international regulations and laws for such a decision. At the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, for example, each NOC will only be able to qualify one athlete per weight class, and three per gender across all weight categories – down from four each at Tokyo 2020.

“We now have three super heavyweights of nearly equal strength and capability,” Alaverdyan said.

“Each country can send two sportsmen and women in each of the five weight classes at the European and World Championships. In this case, one of our leading Hercules will be deprived of participation.”

The coach said Minasyan decided to accept the invitation from the Bahrain Federation and is now aiming to qualify for the Paris Olympics.

Minasyan is an Olympic silver medalist. Also, he was the bronze medalist at the 2015 World Weightlifting Championships, and the silver medalist at the 2016 European Weightlifting Championships, 2017 European Weightlifting Championships, 2018 World Weightlifting Championships. In 2021, he won the bronze medal in the men's +109 kg event at the World Weightlifting Championships held in Uzbekistan.

Sports: U-20 European Championship: Armenia loses to Germany 30-101

Talar Tumanian
News.am
Armenia –

Armenian U-20 women's basketball team met the German team in Skopje in the third round of the European Championships (Division B) and lost with a score of 30-101.

In the first round, Armenia defeated Georgia with 49-46, and in the second round, Armenia was defeated by Israel with 40-102 (3:19, 19:35, 9:29, 9:19).

The teams, taking the first two places in the group, will pass to the quarterfinals.

Sports: An undeserved defeat for Gibraltar U16s against Armenia

Edgar Tavakalian
An undeserved defeat for Gibraltar U16s against Armenia 

 

BY STEPHEN IGNACIOShare   

14th July 2022

Although having faced defeat against Andorra the previous evening the Gibraltar U16s started brightly netting their first points without miss. However, Armenia showed that they were exactly as expected, a force to be reckoned with netting two three points from their first two shots, without a miss.
One of Gibraltar’s biggest problems on the court, especially with the senior teams has been scoring. The under 16s looked to have started to close this gap with their initial scoring record showing that they were effective under the basket. Nine points in the first minutes from six attempts at basket was already a higher rate of scoring than previously seen in international competitions for Gibraltar.
Having already beaten Moldova in their first match, the defeat against Andorra had come as a leveller for the young team. One that set the tone in the match against Armenia where, whilst confident on the court, they maintained an initial cautious approach which bode well for them as they kept their lead. Armenia levelled at 11-11 and 16-16 only to be met by a Gibraltar side immediately coming back into the game both times.
With three minutes of the first quarter left and going into a time-out Gibraltar led by five points at 22-16, and managing well in defence.
Gibraltar kept their lead and finished the first quarter 28-22.
Armenia started the second quarter on the offensive responding well to a long delay between quarters as the points were recalculated.
It was Gibraltar, however, who added to their score to make it 30-22.
Stealing well in defence three times Gibraltar extended their lead to 32-22 but could have made it more, missing two good opportunities.
Although the Gibraltar teams efficiency under the basket started to lag in the second quarter their continued strength in defence secured them extending their lead. At one point leading by twelve points.
This was reduced slightly with Gibraltar going into the halftime break leading 40-33.
Gibraltar started the third quarter on a positive note notching their first two points quickly but soon lost momentum.
It was a tight contest after Armenia grabbed their next three points. For some time neither team adding to their scores.
Armenia then were to reduce the gap to just two points after two consecutive baskets, both coming from steals in defence with six minutes of the third quarter still to play.
Gibraltar’s lead was erased a minute later as Armenia levelled at 42-42.
Armenia overturned the score to go to a 43-44 lead as Gibraltar, rattled by the five minutes in which they had lost their lead tried to regain their composure.
They levelled at 44-44 with four minutes still remaining of the quarter.
A well intercepted pass in defence provided them with a boost as they retook the lead at 46-44 but Armenia responded with a three pointer which brought them back into the lead within seconds.
With just a point between them it was a tense encounter in the final three minutes in which Gibraltar retook the lead and saw it overturned immediately before retaking it yet again as the match went to 50-49.
Armenia’s three point efficiency played in their favour as they extended the lead to two points at 50-52 with just over a minute of the quarter to play.
Three well played points saw Gibraltar’s chances boosted again with less than forty seconds left for the end of the third quarter.
The Gibraltar u16s were dealt a blow immediately after with an injury that required attendance from the medical attendants at the venue.
It did little to take away Gibraltar’s focus on the match though as they tried to protect their lead. Armenia however coming up once again with an impressive three points on the final second to take the lead at 53-55.
It was all to play for in the final quarter.
Armenia increased their lead immediately on starting the final quarter to take the score to 53-57.
This sparked Gibraltar into somewhat of a comeback as they came level at 57-57 after winning defensive rebounds.
Disciplined defending saw Gibraltar regain possession after Armenia tried to retake the lead but the loss of the ball in attack gave Armenia a second chance which they readily took.
Once again, Armenia after protecting well in defence produced another three point to open the gap to five points with six minutes of the match to play.
With very little between the two teams it was now a matter of who was more effective under the basket. Armenia added to their score to go 57-67 ahead as Gibraltar saw the game walking away from them with five minutes to play.
Luckless under the basket Gibraltar saw Armenia add two further points to their lead, then a free shot before they could respond. With three minutes on the clock left the score at 59-70 for Armenia.
There was no lack of determination by the Gibraltar u16s as they battled for every ball both in attack and defence. However, with time ticking away the eleven point deficit weighed heavier by the second and kept on piling as Armenia entered the final minute with a 59-76 lead.
Gibraltar were to finally fall 59-76 in a match in which they had dominated at first but found themselves falling behind even though they produced an impressive, determined performance which they should be proud. Gibraltar’s small pool of players producing a display which through most of the match had been in par to their opponents with greater numbers to select from.

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Armenia’s Pashinyan congratulates Montenegro’s PM on Statehood Day

Mary Lazarian

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 12:09,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan sent a congratulatory letter to Prime Minister of Montenegro Dritan Abazović on the occasion of Statehood Day, the PM’s Office said.

The letter reads as follows,

“Your Excellency,

On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I warmly congratulate you and the friendly people of Montenegro on the occasion of Statehood Day, wishing your country and people peace and progress.

Armenia highly values the development of friendly relations with Montenegro and is determined to strengthen cooperation in all areas of mutual interest for the benefit of the peoples of Armenia and Montenegro. I also attach great importance to the re-establishment of partnership between the municipal authorities of Yerevan and Podgorica.

I am confident that with joint efforts we will manage to further enrich and strengthen our bilateral agenda, which will be greatly facilitated also by high-level mutual visits.

Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurance of my highest consideration”.

Armenia-Turkey normalization to positively affect entire region – US State Department

Greg Madatian

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 12:16,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. The State Department of the United States of America has expressed support to the ongoing process of normalizing the relations between Armenia and Turkey.

“The United States strongly supports the normalization of the Armenian-Turkish relations which will positively affect the entire region. The Armenian-Turkish dialogue has a potential to increase regional stability, curb adverse impact and lead to a greater economic development that is beneficial to all”, the State Department said in response to the inquiry of Voice of America relating to the Armenia-Turkey normalization process and the recent telephone conversation between the Armenian Prime Minister and the Turkish President.

The State Department said that the dialogue between Armenia and Turkey is important especially today, given the developments happening in Ukraine. It added that “the United States is ready to support this important dialogue in a way that both parties consider appropriate”.

Next year state debt forecast to be 5 trillion 246 billion drams

Emil Lazarian

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 12:53,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. According to the preliminary version of the 2023 state budget of Armenia, the state debt is forecast to be 5 trillion 246 billion drams next year, which comprises 58% of the gross domestic product (GDP), Minister of Finance Tigran Khachatryan said during a meeting in the parliamentary standing committee on financial-credit and budgetary affairs.

Tigran Khachatryan presented the composition of the state debt, its servicing process and the management in the field of finances.

According to the minister, 5 trillion 246 billion drams state debt have been forecast for 2023.

The 2023 state debt will be serviced from domestic sources by 255 billion drams. Borrowed funds will be involved for debt servicing.

260 billion drams will be provided for servicing the state debt interests in 2023.

The minister said that previously foreign currency was prevailing in the composition of the state debt, but as a result of actions taken the Armenian dram has now its place in the composition of the state debt.

The minister said that fundamental reforms will soon be made in the composition of the state debt.

Ucom provides high-speed internet to a number of ACF "SOS – CHILDREN’S VILLAGES" centers

Kajoyan Gevork

Ucom provides high-speed internet to a number of ACF "SOS – CHILDREN'S VILLAGES" centers

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 14:01,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. From now on, with the technical support of Ucom, a number of centers of the Armenian Charitable Foundation “SOS – Children's Villages” will be provided with a high-speed internet access.

Internet access is necessary to meet the educational needs of the students of those centers and organize their pastime. In particular, online classes and seminars will be organized as necessary, and children will also have access to information available on the internet for a faster organization of their educational process and completion of the homework assigned.

“As supporters of innovative methods in education, we have always tried to support educational institutions operating in different parts of Armenia as much as possible, so that every child would not be left out of the most modern educational programs and materials available on the net. That is why we responded to the proposal of the SOS – Children's Villages Foundation very promptly and with great readiness,” said Ara Khachatryan, Director General at Ucom.

“Cooperation between the Armenian Charitable Foundation “SOS – Children's Villages” and “Ucom” CJSC is important and provides ample opportunities to support children and their families in difficult life situations. In particular, as a result of cooperation with “Ucom” CJSC, children in difficult life situations and their families are provided with the opportunity to benefit from the internet services using uninterrupted communication tools, which makes it possible to provide services faster and more efficiently, in particular, in the area of online education for children, online counseling, raising awareness in various fields, which has a direct impact on the self-sufficiency of the above-mentioned children and their families," said Spartak Sargsyan, the national director of the Armenian Charitable Foundation “SOS – Children's Villages”.

The Armenian charitable foundation "SOS – Children's Villages" began its activities immediately after the devastating Spitak earthquake in 1988. The Foundation is a child-centered organization whose mission is to help children in difficult situations in a family-like environment.

Sevan Startup Summit 2022 will not take place due to technical reasons

Kanayan Tamar

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 14:25,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. This year Sevan Startup Summit will not take place due to technical and time-related reasons, Startup Armenia Foundation said in a statement.

“Despite that we have found a new convenient area for the summit as a result of the joint work with the Sevan National Park and other government agencies, and have carried out major works since 2021 for the Sevan Startup Summit 2022 to happen, we have to inform that this year as well, due to technical and time-related issues, the biggest and the most awaited gathering in the region will not take place in late July with its scale and format as it is perceived by our ecosystem”, Seaside Startup Summit executive director Vahagn Rapyan said.

Currently, Startup Armenia Foundation is working for holding Seaside Startup Summit Australia and SSSholidays India Goa this year in autumn. The organizers said that the preparations for the Sevan Startup Summit 2023 will start soon and assured that it will take place.

Armenia lifts ban on imports of poultry products from China

Lara Chatinian

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 15:13,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. Head of the Food Safety Inspectorate of Armenia Georgi Avetisyan signed an order on July 12 on abolishing the ban on imports of live poultry, all types of poultry meat products, trade and hatching eggs, meat and bone meal, feed, additives, polymer and cardboard boxes from China.

The restrictions were lifted based on the information published by the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE).

Armenian PM receives participants of 2022 Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival

Aram Torosian

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 15:54,

YEREVAN, JULY 13, ARMENPRESS. Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan received today the participants of the 19th Golden Apricot Yerevan International Film Festival, the PM’s Office said.

The delegation led by founder of the Festival Harutyun Khachatryan included Oscar winning director Terry George, film director and screenwriter Costa-Gavras, actor, director Michael Goorjian, and activist, Aurora Humanitarian Award 2019 laureate Mirza Dinnayi.

The meeting was also attended by Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport of Armenia Vahram Dumanyan and Golden Apricot Artistic Director and CEO Karen Avetisyan.

Prime Minister Pashinyan welcomed the participation of the leading representatives of cinema in this important event in Armenia, which, according to him, contributes to the development of film industry, intensification of professional contacts and exchange of experience. According to the PM, development of film production is important not only for culture, but also for education, science and technologies, adding that Armenia is interested in participating in this process not only at a local but also at an international level.

Harutyun Khachatryan highly appreciated the support of the Armenian government for the film festival and presented details about the course of the event.

The guests expressed gratitude for the invitation to attend the festival and shared their impressions, stating that they enjoy their time in Armenia.

The prospects of developing cinematography in Armenia were discussed at the meeting.

PM Pashinyan presented the government’s reforms in the spheres of culture and education which are aimed at qualitative changes, creating an environment and value system directed to development.

Nikol Pashinyan wished good luck to the future activities of the Golden Apricot International Film Festival.