Category: 2024

Iran’s Ayatollah Marashi Najafi Library to study Armenian manuscripts

Lilit Nahapetian

 16:55,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. The Ayatollah Marashi Najafi Library in Iran’s Qom will start studying Armenian manuscripts as part of cooperation with Yerevan’s Matenadaran.

A Matenadaran delegation recently visited the Ayatollah Marashi Najafi Library, the world's third largest Islamic library, and was received by the library’s director Mahmoud Marashi Najafi, the son of its founder Ayatollah Marashi Najafi.

During the meeting the sides emphasized “the importance and willingness for cooperation, which will begin with the studies of Armenian manuscripts kept at the center,” the Matenadaran Institute of Ancient Manuscripts said in a statement.

Czech Chamber of Deputies President to visit Armenia

Garnik Tadevosian

 17:15,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. President of the Chamber of Deputies of Czechia Markéta Pekarová Adamová will visit Armenia on January 31 which will become one of the highest-level Czech visits to the country in the past six years, the Embassy of Czechia in Armenia said in a press release.

Adamová’s delegation will include several MPs, representatives of companies, Trade Chambers and Ministry of Industry and Trade officials, as well as representatives of universities and the National Museum.

Apart from meetings with government officials, Adamová will also visit the Armenian-Azerbaijani border to get acquainted with the situation on the ground.

Then, together with Armenian Speaker of Parliament Alen Simonyan, Adamová will participate in the Czech-Armenian Business Forum and will announce the opening of the Castles and Chateaux of Czechia exhibition.

Ambassador Mkrtchyan, Minister Kairidis discuss the development of Armenian-Greek relations

Jack Hunanian

 18:22,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Greece Tigran Mkrtchyan on January 30 met with the Greek Minister of Migration and Asylum Dimitris Kairidis.
According to the Armenian Embassy in Greece, the Armenian Ambassador briefed on the geopolitical situation in the South Caucasus.  During the meeting, the interlocutors addressed issues related to the development of bilateral relations and the expansion of the legal-treaty field.
Minister Kairidis expressed solidarity with the Armenian people, emphasizing the cultural and civilizational commonalities with the Greek people. The Minister highlighted the high level of bilateral relations.
As a result of the meeting, an agreement has been reached to further enhance activities aimed at the development of bilateral relations.

Gardman-Shirvan-Nakhichevan Pan-Armenian Union addresses Nakhichevan processes

Karlen Baghdasarian

 19:39,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. The Pan-Armenian Union "Gardman-Shirvan-Nakhichevan"  has addressed the processes taking place in Nakhichevan.

"The Autonomous Republic of Nakhichevan with its status and geographical location has always been of great importance for the Azerbaijani ruling elite, therefore the issue of political-economic leadership and vice-vassalage of Nakhichevan is one of the main domestic political realities.

For 27 years, Nakhichevan has been governed by Vasif Talibov, who resigned from the position of the chairman of the Supreme Majlis of the Autonomous Republic of Nakhichevan in 2022.

For 27 years, Nakhichevan has been a closed zone not only for the foreign world but also for ordinary Azerbaijanis, serving as a unique laboratory for the formation of the best practices of dictatorship.

This time, Ilham Aliyev has decided to place Nakhichevan, as a feudal estate, under vertical management, under the strict control of security structures. However, this is not done openly, but according to the principle of vassal subordination, through the 'transparent' legality of share ownership by individuals closely related to the mentioned structures.

Such political and economic 'centralization' trends seem to correspond to the political aspirations of abolishing the status of Nakhichevan autonomy that are voiced through various channels in Azerbaijan.

The issue of granting Nakhichevan the status of an autonomous republic is organically connected with the Russian-Turkish Treaty of 1921 signed in Moscow and the Turkish-Transcaucasian Treaty signed in Kars and the political settlements achieved on their basis. Therefore, the dissolution of the status of Nakhichevan can be considered a unilateral violation of the above agreements.


"To give legitimacy to Azerbaijan’s aspirations on such a geopolitically important issue, the ruling administration is implementing both the process of creating an appropriate narrative-public demand and political-economic centralization. This involves the removal of the traditional Nakhichevan clan from the 'feeding trough'; that is, a multi-content policy of directly connecting and subordinating the beneficiaries of that feeding trough vertically to the political power center," reads the statement issued by the Union.



Armenia’s Central Bank chief foresees no increase in food product prices in near future

Ophelia Vardapetian

 18:13,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. The Governor of the Central Bank of Armenia, Martin Galstyan, stated during a press conference on Tuesday that no increase in the price of food products is foreseen in the near future.

"Given the weakening demand in the global economy and such behavioral manifestations, we believe that we will experience weak deflationary phenomena from the external sector at the moment.

At least, we do not foresee an increase in the price of food products in the near future," assured Galstyan.




Tehran not to accept any changes of geopolitical borders in the region: Foreign Policy Advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader

Emil Lazarian

 19:57,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS.  On January 30, a meeting was held at the Orbeli Analytical Center with the delegation led by Kamal Kharrazi, Foreign Policy Advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader and Head of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations of Iran. Several representatives from the Armenian expert community also participated in the meeting. The Iranian delegation included Abbas Araqchi, the secretary of the Strategic Council on Foreign Relations, and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Armenia, Mehdi Sobhani, the Analytical Center 'Orbeli' said in a statement.
According to the source, referring to the historical and friendly relations between Iran and Armenia, Kamal Kharrazi emphasized in his speech the determination of the Islamic Republic of Iran to expand the existing relations. He noted that Iran supports the independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity of all countries in the region, and the changes of the  geographical borders are unacceptable for Iran. Kharazi also emphasized that the Iranian side supports Armenia’s "Crossroads of Peace" project.
According to the source, Kamal Kharazi confirmed that Iran, serving as the axis connecting the North-South and East-West communication routes, is ready to invest its economic and scientific capabilities in the development and progress of this region. It is noted that he answered questions from Armenian experts at the end of the meeting.

PM Pashinyan chairs discussion on the master plan of the "Academic City”

Vanyan Gary

 20:08,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS. Chaired by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, a consultation was held, during which the master plan of the Academic City was presented.

The meeting was attended by members of the Board of Trustees of the "Academic City" Foundation, Tobias Keyl, Deputy Director of the gmp International GmbH Architects and Engineers company, which is developing the master plan of the Academic City, and heads of concerned departments, the PM's Office said in a readout.

Tobias Keyl presented details about the design and research works of the "Academic City" project, discussions with stakeholders and noted that as a result, the vision of the "Academic City" was reaffirmed. He noted that the main concept will be ready by the second half of this year and emphasized that related processes can already be launched.

The participants of the meeting discussed in detail issues related to engineering infrastructure, road network, landscape. Recommendations and observations related to the topic were presented.

Based on the result of the discussion, the Prime Minister gave specific instructions to the officials regarding the creation of the infrastructure of the "Academic City" and a number of other issues.

Armenpress: Armenia and Azerbaijan border demarcation commissions to hold meeting on January 31

Yeghisabet Arthur

 21:08,

YEREVAN, JANUARY 30, ARMENPRESS.  The sixth meeting of the Commission on Delimitation and Border Security of the State Border between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan and the State Commission on the Delimitation of the State Border between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia  will be held  on January 31  on the border between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Grigoryan’s Office said, adding that  the meeting will be held in the area between Ijevan and Gazakh.

The fifth meeting of the State Commissions on the delimitation of the state border between Armenia and Azerbaijan took place on November 30  under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Mher Grigoryan and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Shahin Mustafayev.




Press Release: Burbank Mayor Nick Schultz Endorses Sam Kbushyan for LA City Council District 2

Emil Lazarian

For Immediate Release

Tuesday,

 

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BURBANK MAYOR NICK SCHULTZ ANNOUNCES ENDORSEMENT,

ACCELERATING KBUSHYAN’S MOMENTUM FOR LA CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2

 

 

Los Angeles — Today, CA State Commissioner and small business owner Sam Kbushyan proudly announced the endorsement of Burbank Mayor Nick Schultz. Mayor Schultz is the frontrunner for the California Assembly to represent District 44. 

 

Schultz said, ‘I am pleased to endorse Sam Kbushyan for LA City Council District 2. I know Sam to be a man of integrity, empathy, and exceptional leadership, and he’ll be a strong champion for our community at City Hall.’

 

Kbushyan welcomed the endorsement, stating, ‘I’m grateful and honored to have Nick’s endorsement, not only as the Mayor of Burbank but as someone who, like me, has dedicated his entire professional career to public service. I proudly endorsed Nick for CA State Assembly because of his impeccable character, his admirable work as an attorney, and his service as a Burbank Councilmember since 2020. ' 

 

He added, ‘Our districts overlap in some places, and I know that Nick and I will make a great team. Los Angeles faces significant challenges, but there are also many opportunities for growth, synergistic partnerships, and community cohesion. I look forward to working with Nick for years to come.’ 

 

 

About Mayor Nick Schultz

 

Nick has spent his entire professional career in public service. He currently serves as a Deputy Attorney General with the Special Prosecutions Section of the Attorney General’s Office with the California Department of Justice, where he works with local, state, and federal law enforcement officials to investigate and prosecute criminal cases primarily related to public corruption, officer involved shootings, human trafficking, mortgage fraud, tax evasion, and other forms of financial fraud.

 

In this role, Nick helped lead the charge to create the first-of-its-kind Post-Conviction Review Unit at the Department of Justice, which will review claims of innocence and wrongful conviction for any cases handled by the State. This will be the first-time individuals making claims of wrongful convictions will be able to have their voices heard.

 

Nick personally understands the hardships the average Californians find themselves in every day. He was largely raised by a single mother who worked to give him every available opportunity to succeed; he is the first person in his working-class family to attend and graduate from college.

 

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About Sam Kbushyan 

 

Sam Kbushyan serves as a Commissioner for the California State Board and has long been a committed public servant, community pillar, and advocate for civil rights. He was first appointed to the California State Respiratory Care Board in 2017, and his dedication led to his reappointment for another term in 2022.

 

As the Principal of the public affairs firm SKG, Sam is deeply committed to fostering community growth, promoting business advocacy, ensuring civic participation, and nurturing symbiotic partnerships. Appointed by Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, Sam is integral to the Mayor’s Advisory Transition Team. His unwavering commitment to public affairs, civic participation, and social entrepreneurship made him a prime choice for Mayor Bass.

 

Active in numerous preeminent community organizations, Sam also serves on the board of the LA Community Alliance. In this role, he creates strategic alliances and fosters cooperation among various community stakeholders. Previously the Executive Director of the Immigrants Charitable Foundation, Sam’s impact is wide-reaching.

Sam’s expertise was also evident in his tenure as a SEIU Local 434b labor union organizer. Here, he formulated strategies that empowered long-term healthcare workers to advocate for improved wages, work conditions, and healthcare accessibility. He successfully mobilized over 30,000 healthcare providers through advocacy initiatives, collective bargaining, and educational programs for union members.

 

As a member of the East Hollywood Chamber of Commerce board, Sam has fervently advocated for small businesses, addressing their unique challenges regarding the local economy and sustainability.

Sam’s dedication traces back to his academic years. He served as the Student Body President at Los Angeles Valley College and later assumed the role of Commissioner of Political Affairs at California State University Los Angeles.

 

Stepping into the political arena as a candidate, Sam has set clear priorities: combating homelessness, addressing housing shortages and related challenges, ensuring public safety, fighting government corruption, promoting economic development across all income levels, creating a sustainable immigration framework, and devising efficient public transportation solutions.

 

Sam pursued political science at California State University Los Angeles and earned his B.A. He furthered his education with a graduate degree from Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. He shares his life in Valley Glen, CA, with his wife, Suzanna, and their three children: Maria, David, and Bella.

 

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Asbarez: Armenian American Museum ‘Thrilled’ with Kicking Off Second Phase

Emil Lazarian
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The first structural steel beams installed at the Armenian American Museum construction site


GLENDALE—The Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California celebrated an exciting milestone with the installation of the first structural steel beams at the construction site of the highly anticipated cultural and educational center.

“We are thrilled to witness the structure of the museum rising and taking shape,” stated Executive Vice Chairman Zaven Kazazian. “We are grateful for our community’s unwavering support to build a landmark center that will advance education, preservation, and enrichment for future generations.”

The one-of-a-kind institution is currently under construction in the museum campus at Glendale Central Park. The first phase of construction featuring the museum parking garage and building foundation has been completed. The second phase of construction featuring the two-level 50,820 square foot museum building superstructure is currently underway.

The Armenian American Museum construction site The first steal beams installed at Armenian American Museum construction site

PNG Builders, the General Contractor for the museum project, contracted with Muhlhauser Steel as the structural steel subcontractor following a competitive bidding process. Muhlhauser Steel is based in Southern California and brings more than four decades of experience with commercial, industrial, educational, and entertainment facility projects.

The mission of the museum is to promote understanding and appreciation of America’s ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the Armenian American experience. The museum will offer a wide range of public programming through the Permanent Exhibition, Temporary Exhibitions, Auditorium, Learning Center, Demonstration Kitchen, Archives Center, and more.

Learn more about the museum project online.