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More than 100 trucks with Armenian brandy entered Russia – Papoyan
ARKA
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From June 1 to 29, 106 trucks loaded with Armenian cognac (brandy) crossed the Georgian-Russian border and entered Russia, 19 of them in the last three days, Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan said. YEREVAN, June 30. /ARKA/. From June 1 to...
EPF: France placing radioactive waste on Armenia's territory, close to conditional border with Azerbaijan
Olaylar
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June 30, 2025
12:28 En The Environmental Protection First (EPF) coalition has issued a statement in connection with Francechr("39")s placement of uranium-containing radioactive waste in the territories of Armenia close to the conditional border with Azerbaijan,...
Presentation of Global Entrepreneurship Monitor: Armenia National Report 2024/2025 held in Yerevan
PanARMENIAN.Net
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June 30, 2025 - 16:28 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - On June 27, presentation of the “Global Entrepreneurship Monitor: Armenia National Report 2024/2025” was held in Yerevan. It’s one of the most prestigious and comprehensive research platforms in the...
Russian Foreign Ministry Urges Armenia to Respect Religious Sentiments and Principles of Religious Freedom
The California Courier
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News.am Moscow is closely monitoring developments in Armenia, including the situation surrounding the Armenian Apostolic Church and its spiritual center in Etchmiadzin. This was reported by TASS, citing the Russian Foreign Ministry. “Moscow is...
More than 2/3 of Armenian entrepreneurs do business in the extractive sector and consumer services
Finport
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ArmInfo.One of the problems in the business sector in Armenia continues to be the fact that the majority of the country's businesses (65-70%) are engaged in extractive activities or consumer services (mainly retail trade). This was stated by the...
Macron, top EU official back Armenia’s peace efforts with neighbors
Sabah
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June 30, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron and EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed support for Armenia’s efforts to maintain peace with Azerbaijan and Türkiye. In a phone call with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Sunday, Macron voiced...
"Global Entrepreneurship Report": Armenia ranks first in "Eastern Europe+" group
ARKA
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In 2024, Armenia demonstrated a high level of entrepreneurship, ranking first in the "Eastern Europe+" group and 5th among 51 countries in the "Global Entrepreneurship Report". YEREVAN, June 30. /ARKA/. In 2024, Armenia demonstrated a high level...
Armenia Tree Project plants its nine millionth tree
The Armenian Weekly - Massachusetts
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June 27, 2025
Thirty years ago, a vision took root in Armenia to reforest a scarred, post-Soviet landscape and rebuild a greener, stronger nation. That vision now stands tall—quite literally—with nine million trees planted across the country by Armenia Tree...
Armenia’s precarious position on Iran
New Eastern Europe
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June 26, 2025
Armenia faces heightened security challenges and increased complexity in its foreign policy amid the recent Iran–Israel conflict and the active involvement of the United States. Navigating this volatile environment requires Armenia to be neutral...
Armenia’s new AI Data Center – At What Cost?
Aravot
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In recent news, Firebird, a cloud AI company, is planning to open a new 100MW AI data center in Armenia in 2026. Thousands of Nvidia Blackwell GPUs will be employed, in an endeavour to cultivate Armenia’s “tech sector and global partnerships” and...
French company sends radioactive waste to Armenia-
APA
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France-based Orano company is sending radioactive waste to Armenia, APA reports citing France’s Courrier France 24 publication. It has been reported that the France-based oil company Orano has been sending hazardous chemical waste resulting from...
Armenia`s initiatives using AI presented in China
Finport
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ArmInfo. Within the framework of the World Economic Forum held in the Chinese city of Tianjin, the RA Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Narek Mkrtchyan took part in a panel discussion on the topic "Artificial Intelligence, Automation and the...
Armenia`s government discusses reconstruction of Yerevan`s Kond district
Arminfo
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ArmInfo. A regular meeting of the Council for Coordination of Urban Development Programs was held under the chairmanship of RA Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan. According to the press service of the government, during the meeting,...
World Bank to provide Armenia with $1.5 million grant for Nairit plant dismantling and land reclamation
Finport
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ArmInfo. Armenia will receive $1.5 million from the World Bank (WB) for the dismantling of the Nairit chemical plant and subsequent chemical cleaning of the soil. During a regular session on June 26, the Cabinet of Ministers of Armenia approved a...
Electric networks bill sparks heated debate
PanARMENIAN.Net
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July 1, 2025 - 15:21 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - In the extraordinary session of the National Assembly, the draft law on the nationalization of the electric grid company Electric Networks of Armenia has been included on the agenda under a three‑hour...
ANCA summer interns hit Capitol Hill to advance Armenian American policy priorities
The Armenian Weekly - Massachusetts
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June 27, 2025
WASHINGTON—A bright and committed group of Armenian American students from across the United States and Canada are participating in the Armenian National Committee of America’s (ANCA) 39th annual Leo Sarkisian Summer Internship and the Maral...
FRV commissions largest PV plant in Armenia
Energy Global
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June 27, 2025
Fotowatio Renewable Ventures (FRV), a leading developer of sustainable energy solutions, and part of Jameel Energy, has announced the commissioning of the Masrik-1 photovoltaic (PV) plant in Armenia. This 62 MWdc (55 MWac) facility represents a...
Statements by authorities against businesses threaten business environment and investment
The California Courier
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Inappropriate statements made by Armenian authorities against large and small businesses will have extremely serious consequences for the business environment and investment attractiveness of the country in the near future, the Chairman of the...
Even small states with ambitions and technological maturity can play a significant role in the global technological ecosystem: Pashinyan
Finport
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ArmInfo. Today, Armenia is a country that offers complex and comprehensive technological solutions and services, as stated by Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, during his address (via videoconference) at the plenary session of the Eurasian...
Ucom’s General Director Joined the International CirculUP! Forum to Foster Circular Innovation in Armenia
A1 Plus
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June 27, 2025
Support A1+!Ucom’s General Director Ralph Yirikian participated in a panel discussion at the inaugural International Circular Economy Forum, held at UWC Dilijan College. The forum, hosted by the EU-funded CirculUP! Building Capacity and Raising...