Armenian security officers mark professional holiday

Armenian security officers mark professional holiday

December 20, 2011 - 18:23 AMT  03:53 GMT
On behalf of Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan congratulated National Security Service officers.

10,2% growth in Armenian foreign trade volume reported in Nov 2011

December 20, 2011 - 17:47 AMT  03:53 GMT
During the reporting period, export volume comprised USD 124,1 million, growing by 22,3% compared with 2010 results.
Famous Armenian photographer’s works auctioned at Christie’s

Famous Armenian photographer’s works auctioned at Christie’s

December 20, 2011 - 17:37 AMT  03:53 GMT
Pablo Picasso’s picture taken by Yousuf Karsh was sold at USD 6875; Jean Cocteau’s photo was sold at USD 2500.
Russian President says CIS important factor in regional stability

Russian President says CIS important factor in regional stability

December 20, 2011 - 17:35 AMT  03:53 GMT
“The Commonwealth has passed a long way towards development to become an important regional unit,” Medvedev said.
Council of EU gives mandate for visa facilitation talks with Armenia

Council of EU gives mandate for visa facilitation talks with Armenia

December 20, 2011 - 17:34 AMT  03:53 GMT
Visa facilitation does not stipulate total abolition of visa regime with Armenia; instead, it will simplify visa receipt procedures

Armenian monastery to be built in Turkey

December 20, 2011 - 17:16 AMT  13:16 GMT
The Vank Monastery will be built in the area which TOKİ is expected to use in return for building the military hospital.
Average monthly salary totals AMD 114 766 in Oct 2011

Average monthly salary totals AMD 114 766 in Oct 2011

December 20, 2011 - 17:14 AMT  03:53 GMT
The salaries of budgetary and private organizations totaled AMD 92 006 and AMD 141 373 respectively.

Baku follows Ankara’s suit, threatens France over Genocide bill

December 20, 2011 - 17:12 AMT  03:53 GMT
“The bill penalizing Armenian Genocide denial is an insult to French democracy,” first deputy chairman of Azeri parliament said.
Armenia’s economic activity index grows by 2,4% in Nov 2011

Armenia’s economic activity index grows by 2,4% in Nov 2011

December 20, 2011 - 16:56 AMT  03:53 GMT
According to the National Statistical Service, the economic activity dropped 7,3% in November compared to October 2011.

Over 5.5 million people in Russia fail to identify their ethnicity

December 20, 2011 - 16:53 AMT  03:53 GMT
The first census results were published last week, showing the country’s total permanent resident population was 142.9 million.
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