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U.S. Rep. Adam Schiff names Maro Kechichian “Woman of the Year”
At a reception in Pasadena, Representative Adam Schiff (CA-29) honored Maro Kechichian of Burbank for her commitment and service to our community by naming her a “Woman of the Year.” “Maro’s tireless efforts have benefited all of our community and beyond,” Rep. Schiff said. “She is a dedicated participant in all her endeavors, bringing a dynamic energy to all...
ankakh March 30, 2011 18:55
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Ethnic Armenian rejects post of Turkey’s ambassador to OECD
Turkish officials confirmed that Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu planned to appoint a Turkish-Armenian as the country’s permanent representative to a leading international organization. However, because the academic Davutoğlu had in mind prefers to continue his career in academia, the planned appointment did not take place, a senior diplomat told Today’s Zaman....
ankakh March 30, 2011 18:48
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Gagik Tsarukyan meets with Armenian President
Leader of Prosperous Armenia Party Gagik Tsarukyan met with Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan on Tuesday. The sides spoke of boxer Samson Khachatryan, Khachik Galstyan, spokesperson for Tsarukyan, toldArmenian News-NEWS.am. “Mr. Tsarukyan said he will appeal to the President on the issue. President Sargsyan stressed he has deep respect for sportsmen who made considerable...
ankakh March 30, 2011 18:24
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Raffi Hovannisian ends hunger strike
Leader of the Heritage Party Raffi Hovannisian ended hunger strike, he told the journalists on Wednesday. Hovannisian went on hunger strike on March 14 in Liberty Square of Yerevan where he was later visited by top officials, public and political figures.
ankakh March 30, 2011 17:55
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Meeting with heads of youth organizations functioning in the republic
On 30 March President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan met heads of youth organizations functioning in the republic. A wide range of issues related to the activities of the youth organizations and youth life were discussed during the meeting. The Head of the State underlined that periodic meetings with the youth was stipulated by great interest in continuously increasing...
ankakh March 30, 2011 17:53
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Patrick Devedjian reelected in Hauts-de-Seine constituency
On March 27, Patrick Devedjian from the Union for a Popular Movement party, the outgoing chairman of the General Council, was re-elected in the second round of cantonal elections in the Hauts-de-Seine, which is considered a stronghold of President Nicolas Sarkozy, Le Figaro reports referring to Reuters. His opponent Isabel Balkany from the Union for a Popular Movement,...
ankakh March 30, 2011 11:43
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Arthur Abraham to star in Boom-Boom song clip at Eurovision 2011
The singer refused to divulge the details of a music video, just noting that the filming of the video, set in Armenia and Germany, will be completed within a week. As Emmy stated, her promo-tour over Europe will launch in the nearest future. The singer will dedicate her Eurovision performance to the memory of her late father, sculptor David Bejanyan. Boom-Boom was selected...
ankakh March 29, 2011 21:16
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The President of Switzerland Micheline Calmy-Rey will conduct a two-day official visit to Armenia
On March 31, at the invitation of the President of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan, the President of Switzerland Micheline Calmy-Rey will conduct a two-day official visit to Armenia. In the framework of the visit the President of the Swiss Confederation will hold meetings with the leadership of the country, visit Holy See Saint Etchmiadzin and meet with the Supreme Patriarch, Catholicos...
ankakh March 29, 2011 18:30
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In Celebration of Women’s History Month U.S. Ambassador Hosts a Tea in Honor of the Finalists of the Essay Contest
On March 29, the U.S. Ambassador hosted a Tea at her residence in celebration of Women’s History Month. The guests of honor were ten high school girls, winners of the “I Carve My Own Future” Essay Contest. In addition, the Ambassador invited a group of Armenian women leaders and encouraged them to share their life stories with these young students. The Ambassador...
ankakh March 29, 2011 17:33
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The newly appointed Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana to Armenia presented his credentials to President Sargsyan
Today, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Ghana to Armenia Set Korantegi (residence in Moscow) presented his credentials to President Serzh Sargsyan. The President of Armenia congratulated the new Ambassador on his appointment and expressed hope that during his tenure the Armenian-Ghanaian relations will develop. Noting...
ankakh March 29, 2011 14:13
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President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan chaired meeting of the Security Council
On 29 March President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan chaired meeting of the Security Council. Issues of food security and results of the joint command staff maneuvers of the armed forces and security structures held from 14-18 February of the current year were on the agenda of the meeting. Premier Ara Haroutyunyan delivered a report on food security. Minister of...
ankakh March 29, 2011 14:00
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Hayots Ashkharh: Karabakh war bomb deactivated in Nagorno-Karabakh
According to the information at the Hayots Ashkharh daily’s disposal, British non-governmental organization HALO Trust Trust deactivated a bomb on the outskirts of Stepanakert. According to the deputy head of the Karabakh programs HALO Trust Yuri Shahramayan, bomb was active, but fortunately it was reported on time, otherwise the consequences could be grave.
ankakh March 29, 2011 10:42
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Meeting with chairman of the National Commission on Television and Radio of the Republic of Armenia
On 28 March President of the Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan received chairman of the National Commission on Television and Radio of the Republic of Armenia Gregory Amalyan. Issues related to the cooperation between regulating bodies of the two Armenian states were discussed during the meeting. Bako Sahakyan welcomed the signing of an agreement between the Armenian National...
ankakh March 29, 2011 10:36
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New war in Karabakh will cause irreversible regional processes
“Peace, Security and Stability in South Caucasus” conference was held in the French parliament on March 25 on the initiative of Social Democrat Hunchakian Party (SDHP) and Armenian organizations in France. “Peace and stability on the South Caucasus are not mere words but a pressing problem for the entire region and the international community. These can be guaranteed...
ankakh March 29, 2011 4:45
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175th anniversary of Armenian church marked in Singapore
The Armenian community in Singapore celebrated the 175th anniversary of its church on Sunday, with more than 160 Armenians from 14 countries flying in to attend the festivities. The Church of St Gregory the Illuminator in Hill Street is Singapore’s oldest Christian church, and was declared as a national monument in 1973. To mark the occasion, the trustees of the...
ankakh March 29, 2011 4:39
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Situation in Damascus calm, Armenian community under no threat
The situation in Damascus in calm, Armenian community is under no threat, representative of Syria’s Armenian community, member of Arabian Writers’ Union Nora Arisian said. As she told a PanARMENIAN.Net reporter, the community representatives have no intention to leave Syria. “We’re aware that governmental reforms are soon to be expected, with a better atmosphere...
ankakh March 29, 2011 4:23
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Yerevan: OSCE assessment mission’s report refutes Azerbaijani propaganda
The report of OSCE’s assessment mission in the Karabakh conflict zone reflects views of the Co-Chairs on the situation in these areas and, as it was last time, refutes misinformation spread by the Azerbaijani propaganda, said spokesperson for the Armenian Foreign Ministry. Tigran Balayan stated Armenia shares position of Co-Chairs regarding the fact that only a peaceful...
ankakh March 28, 2011 22:57
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Yerevan will be represented at the International Book Fair in Geneva
Yerevan mayor Karen Karapetyan received the delegation of Geneva International Book Exhibition. At the International Book Fair from April 28 to May 3 Yerevan will be represented as the World Book Capital of 2012. Attaching importance to the decision to announce Yerevan World Book Capital of 2012 by the UNESCO, Karen Karapetyan noted that this occasion will be best used...
ankakh March 28, 2011 18:39

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