Geneva reception marks 25th anniv. of Armenia’s independenceOctober 12, 2016 - 17:18 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Prominent French singer of Armenian descent Charles Aznavour who is also Armenia’s ambassador to Switzerland, hosted a reception in Beau Rivage Hotel in Geneva on Monday, October 10 on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Armenia’s independence, the press office of the Armenian foreign ministry reports, according to ARKA. President of the UN Human Rights Council Choi Kyonglim, Swiss lawmakers and government officials as well as diplomats on mission in Bern, heads of international organizations and representatives of Armenian community in Switzerland attended the event. Addressing the guests, Aznavour said that over 25 years of independence Armenia’s people not only faced hardships, but also enjoyed achievements and victories. Although a quarter of a century is not a long period for a nation with a history of 3 thousand years, these 25 years were crucial for the Armenian nation on its way to a firm statehood and in its integration in the global fold of nations, he said. Aznavour thanked all the friends of Armenian people for support, particularly Switzerland and Geneva-based international organizations. Top stories Six total incidents have burned 19 old-growth trees. Friday night 8 trees were torched along the beautiful main entrance. The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. Hikmet Hajiyev has said that there is no place for USAID operation in Azerbaijan any longer. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. Partner news | The Power of One Dram to benefit Road of Life charity The companies inform that the May beneficiary of The Power of One Dram is the “Road of Life” charitable organization. Ucom General Director gives lecture at French University in Armenia The General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian delivered a lecture at the French University of Armenia. Armenia offers to temporarily host, preserve Gaza manuscripts The Armenian Foreign Minister has said Yerevan is ready to help preserve manuscripts from the conflict zone in Gaza. Aram I supports Karekin II’s “patriotic position” Catholicos of the Great House of Cilicia Aram I has expressed support for the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin. |