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Arpi Nazaryan specializes in makeup artistry and skincare services from a studio in downtown Glendale. The practice offers professional makeup applications for weddings, special events, and photo shoots, along with skincare treatments and consultations. Clients praise the personalized attention and skill in creating natural to dramatic looks.
Armenia Launches Export Subsidy Program for EU and North American Markets
Armenian Government subsidizes fresh produce and flower exports to EU, UK and Canadian markets
Armenia has introduced a government support program to increase agricultural exports to the European Union, United Kingdom, and Canada. The initiative offers per-unit compensation for fresh produce and flowers shipped between June 1 and July 1, 2026, with rates ranging from 37 dr
Rubio Highlights Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal and Economic Corridor
Rubio praises Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal, cites economic potential of TRIPP initiative
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio praised the conclusion of the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict during testimony before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on the State Department's Fiscal Year 2027 budget request. Rubio highlighted a newly established corridor called the Trump Rou
EU announces €50 million aid package for Armenia
EU pledges over €50 million in support for Armenia amid Russian trade restrictions
The European Union pledged over €50 million in immediate financial assistance to Armenia in response to Russian trade restrictions, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Thursday. In a phone call with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, von der Leyen c
EU to provide €50M aid package to support Armenian economy
Pashinyan, von der Leyen discuss economic cooperation, challenges facing Armenia
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed economic cooperation and development initiatives during a Thursday phone call. Von der Leyen announced the EU is preparing a support package worth more than €50 million in imm
Armenia allocates $540K to modernize Public Radio infrastructure
Armenian government allocates AMD 198.6 million for Public Radio modernization
The Armenian government has approved AMD 198.6 million ($540,000) in funding for the first phase of a technical modernization project at Public Radio of Armenia. The investment will support infrastructure upgrades and renovation work to improve the broadcaster's operational capab
EU Pledges €50 Million Aid to Armenia Amid Russian Trade Restrictions
EU to Provide Armenia with €50 million in Support to Counter Russian Restrictions
The European Union has announced €50 million in financial support for Armenia as Moscow continues to restrict Armenian exports, according to reporting by Hetq. The Russian trade restrictions represent an economic pressure tactic amid ongoing tensions between the countries. The EU
Russia Offers to Host Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Treaty Signing
Russia ready to host signing of Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty, Deputy Foreign Minister says
Russia is prepared to serve as a venue for signing a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin, who spoke Thursday at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Galuzin stated that Moscow remains committed to s
Armenia Reduces Road Taxes to Boost Transit Freight
Armenia moves to boost transit freight transport through its territory
Armenia's government has approved a measure designed to increase international freight transit through the country by reducing road tax obligations for certain foreign-registered trucks. Under the initiative, heavy-duty vehicles registered in eligible countries will qualify for r
Strong Armenia Party Holds Rally Following Leader's Detention
Thousands Attend Strong Armenia Party Rally in Yerevan
Thousands of supporters gathered in Yerevan for a Strong Armenia Party rally, following the June 2025 detention of party leader Samvel Karapetyan. Karapetyan, a businessman holding Russian and Cypriot citizenship, was arrested on charges of calling for a coup after publicly criti
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Solis CJSC Issues USD Bonds for Energy Development
Solis CJSC Issues USD Bonds
Solis CJSC, an Armenian energy company, has issued U.S. dollar-denominated bonds as part of its capital strategy. The company's current portfolio focuses on renewable energy generation projects that contribute to Armenia's energy independence and supply diversification. The bond
Armenian Appeals Court Orders House Arrest for Archbishop Galstanyan
Appeals Court replaces Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan’s detention with house arrest
Armenia's Criminal Court of Appeals has modified the detention status of Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan, replacing his pre-trial detention with a two-month house arrest order. The decision, issued by a panel chaired by Judge Vazgen Rshtuni, partially upheld an appeal filed by defen
Gender quotas in Armenia fail to shift male-dominated politics
The limits of gender quotas in Armenia’s male-dominated politics
Despite two decades of legislative reforms and a 30% gender quota requirement on electoral party lists, women's political participation in Armenia remains largely symbolic, according to analysis from human rights advocates and legal experts. While the number of women in parliamen