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On December 15, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian will leave for Kyiv to participate in the meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Black Sea Trade Cooperation Organization, which will assume the presidency of Armenia. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267954.html

The government has made amendments and additions to the previously made decision, creating additional opportunities for the detainee to maintain contact with family and the outside world. As a result, many international documents will be maintained. Accordingly, foreign detainees or convicts whose close relatives cannot visit them, as well as detainees or convicts whose close relatives cannot benefit from a short visit, provide twice twenty minutes’ video call, twice per month. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267951.html

Due to the necessity of ensuring the necessary legal bases for further effective implementation of the Microsoft Innovation Center program, today, the Executive has adopted a decision “On the return of real estate, the conclusion of an agreement on the free use of the territory and the donation of movable property. ” It is proposed to withdraw the territory in Yerevan’s Teryan Street from the National Polytechnic University of Armenia and give it to the Microsoft Innovation Center Armenia Foundation for 20 years with free right to use. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267948.html

The Yelk (Way out) faction nominates Artak Zeynalyan, the deputy of the National Assembly, member of the National Council of the Republic party as a candidate for the President. Nikol Pashinyan, head of the Yelk faction, announced this on his Facebook page. “I have the honor to inform that the Yelk faction decided to nominate Artak Zeynalyana, member of the National Council of the Republic party, as a candidate for the President.” The Yelk will start negotiations with the Tsarukyan Alliance to secure the signatures of the 1/4 MPs required for Zeynalyan’s nomination. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267946.html

Russian President Vladimir Putin will give his annual 13th press conference today, starting since 2000. He will answer the questions of Russian and foreign journalists. This year, 1640 journalists will take part in the conference. You can watch the live broadcasts of the press conference. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267944.html

“Acute respiratory infections are a normal phenomenon for this season,” says Liana Torosyan, head of the Department of Epidemiology of Dangerous and Air-droplet Infections of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Armenia. This year, they have retreated in Armenia, the cases are five times less, compared with the previous year. Last year, about 80% of the patients were children, but this year age groups are different. Nevertheless, high rates of morbidity are registered among children aged 0-5 years. “We are glad to announce that there are no patients with post-flu complications at our hospital reanimation departments,” she said. The specialist said that acute respiratory infections had penetrated the territory of the republic from the 40th week. It coincided with the 2nd week of October and will continue until April, 2018, including. The Republic has 4 threshold rates of illness: low, medium, high and very high. “According to our data today, we do not even have a low threshold,” she said. Currently, there are 2 types of influenza B: subtypes H1 and H3. The specialist recommended to contact a doctor, because the mentioned viruses can cause pneumonia, can cause birth problems for pregnant women. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267942.html

A number of changes in decisions will be made today at the government’s session: the number of holidays off will be reduced; starting from June 1, 2018, benefits will be given to a number of companies; the Ministry of Education and Science will be provided with money to buy cars for officials; property will be donated to Artsakh; students who went to school late, as well as sportsmen will get academic procrastination. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267940.html

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has commented on Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s absence from the recent matches. Mourinho was asked about Mkhitaryan’s absence in his post-match press conference following the Reds’ 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Wednesday night, Manchester United official website reported. “I can only have six (outfield) players on the bench and I try to have some balance on the bench – I had two defenders and (Daley) Blind who can play in different areas. I had Ashley Young to cover me all of the wing and the wing-back position. I had (Ander) Herrera as a midfield player, Zlatan (Ibrahimovic) as a striker and Marcus (Rashford) as a second striker and winger. I played (Anthony) Martial, (Juan) Mata and (Jesse) Lingard in the team. To have Micki means that I don’t have one of them and, in this moment, I believe the other ones they deserve (the chance to play).” Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267938.html

Voice of America During the extraordinary summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Erdogan made a scandalous statement. Turkey, in the person of Erdogan, which currently holds the Organization of Islamic Cooperation(OIC), uniting 57 countries, held an extraordinary summit calling on international law and justice states to recognize Jerusalem as the “occupied capital of Palestine”. In response to the US President Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, 21 Muslim country leaders met in Istanbul on Wednesday under the auspices of the OIC. Mahmud Abbas was the one who expressed the most sophisticated criticism. He evaluated Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel as “a crime.” “The United States decided to refuse its role of a mediator and its authority, losing its role in political processes. Because of the United States attitude towards Israel, we are not going to accept its involvement in political processes. This is our position,” announced Mahmud Abbas, leader of Palestine. King of Jordan Abdullah II, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of Iran Hassan Rouhani were among the 22 officials attending the conference. One of the mpst frequently asked question is whether the anger caused by Donald Trump’s announcement, burst in Muslim world, will solve the political disputes, particularly those present between the Arab leaders. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267934.html

2017 has not been a successful year for consumers. Karen Chilingaryan, head of the Consumer Consulting Center, thinks that consumers cannot sum up the year satisfied. “In case of rise in prices, there was neither increase in minimum wages, nor in pensions. It turns out that 1/3 of Armenia is officially on the verge of poverty, if this continues so, it will not be thirty percent, but will become forty,” says Karen Chilingaryan. This year prices have increased in almost all spheres. Butter, cheese and meat prices have been worrisome for the consumer. It is the food of the first necessity. The citizens are convinced that the authorities can do things so as citizens not to feel the raise in price. Details are available in the video Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267932.html

Today, on December 13, 2017, the HCAV sent a letter on the crime to the RA General Prosecutor’s Office on the issue of bringing a criminal case against Serzh Sargsyan, based on the statements he made during the conference dedicated to the Local Self-Government and Territorial Administration Bodies on December 9. The full crime report can be viewed HERE Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267930.html

Four trees were cut off at the beginning of Komitas, opposite “Fresh” supermarket. In response to the inquiry of A1+, Yerevan Municipality did not deny the incident. The Nature Protection Department informs that 4 platan trees on Komitas 1 were found in dry condition. In order to clarify the reason for the drying up of the above mentioned trees, the soil was taken and, according to laboratory findings, no harmful substances were found in the soil. According to the municipality’s announcement, dried platan trees were cut and replaced with new trees of the same sort, with the permission of Arabkir-Greening Company. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267928.html

The happiest, the most positive New Year concert-performance on beef, New Year, and so on, is expected to us. On December 18 and 19, in Hakob Paronyan State Musical Comedy Theater, Hayk Petrosyan and his friends present “Armenian New Year.” “I have had New Year performances, but this time the format will be different. Jokes mixed with good music,” says Hayk. “Well, what is New year? You look back, sum up your past, evaluate your present and make future plans. That means that there are many spheres to make jokes on.” Hayk has decided to keep away from political humor as much as possible. It is not conneted with courage, but people are so politicized that have right to be away from politics at least during those days. Nevertheless, there will be some political elements as well. As we are going to summarize the year, there will be light jokes. They are also going to speak about our soldiers. Mikael Voskanyan, Sona Rubenyan, Masha Mnjoyan are going to be special guests. Hayk loves celebrating New year with his family and friends. Alternative choices, such as climing a mounatin, he does not accept. For Hayk New Year is the warmest holiday that should be spent with family, which he associates with his grandmother, as when one says “warmness” he remembers his grandmother at once. But in recent years, it is not possible to celebrate it at home. He has been in the army for two years and then, because of his work, he cannot stay at home on December 31, as it is the best day to conduct corporate evenings. ” We drift even from our families and friends in this globalized world. So, for me New Year is a holiday to return home,” says Hayk. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267926.html

24 November 2017 On the occasion of the Eastern Partnership Summit held today in Brussels, the European Union concluded negotiations with Armenia for a new aviation agreement. It is estimated that this agreement will bring an additional 87.000 additional passengers and will generate more than €16 million in the first five years. This agreement will improve market access for airlines, providing better connectivity, more choice and lower fares for travellers. More flights also mean more jobs and more wealth for all partners. Commissioner for Transport Violeta Bulc said, “Today we are further delivering on our ambitious aviation strategy by taking our aviation relations with Armenia to the next level. This agreement will not only improve market access, it will also contribute to the highest safety, security and environmental standards. This is good news for European and Armenian travellers and businesses.” Besides market access, these agreements will establish a common regulatory framework, for instance in the fields of aviation safety and security. This agreement was negotiated by the European Commission as part of its Aviation Strategy for Europe, a milestone initiative to give a new boost to European aviation and provide new business opportunities. Next steps: The Armenian delegation has agreed to recommend its authorities to sign the agreement following the completion of the necessary internal procedures. Background information The European Commission is currently negotiating new aviation agreements with the Association of Southeast Asian Nationals (ASEAN), Qatar, Tunisia and Turkey. Once signed, over 75% of all passengers flying in and out of the EU, or more than 240 million passengers per year, would be covered by EU-level aviation agreements. In addition the EU has already negotiated with partners like the US, Canada, Morocco, Jordan, the Western Balkans, Ukraine, Israel, Georgia, Moldova and Switzerland which have already brought significant benefits. For instance, passenger numbers have doubled with partners such as the Western Balkans, Morocco, and Georgia. For more information: Fact Sheet – Aviation Agreement with Armenia An Aviation Strategy for Europe Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267225.html

The first Yerevan Book Festival was opened today, with publishers, bookworms, writers and translators present. “It’s a welcome, not just the Yerevan Book Festival, which is the first initiative of the Ministry of Culture, but any initiative related to the book and promoting reading,” said Khachik Vardanyan, director of “Bookinist” bookstore. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267222.html

According to a survey conducted by A1 +, Armenian football fans blame the coach for Henrikh Mkhitaryan not being included in Manchester United in recent times. 21% of respondents expressed this opinion. They are convinced that Manchester United coach Jose Mourinho has little confidence in Henrikh Mkhitaryan. Equal number of football fans consider that our player is out of the main squad due to poor physical condition, which is worrying, or he does not endure the inner team contention that has recently aggravated since midfielders Paul Pogba, Marwa Fellaini and Juan Matan returned after recovery. Here is the complete result of the poll: Question: What is wrong? Why is not Henrikh Mkhitaryan playing? Answers: 1. Coach’s lack of confidence – 21% 2-3. Poor physical condition, reason to worry – 18% 2-3. Inner team contention – 18% 4-5. Psychological factor – 12% 4-5. Mkhitaryan’s style does not match his team’s style of play – 12% 6. Bad physical condition, no reason to worry – 9% 7. Other reasons – 8% 8.Former injuries (he should work hard to recover his place on the team’s starting lineup) – 2% Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267218.html

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In the presence of Serzh Sargsyan and President of the European Council Donald Tusk, a Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement was signed between Armenia and the European Union in Brussels. The document was signed by Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian and the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Federica Mogherini, within the framework of the EU Eastern Partnership summit. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267216.html

On November 24, in the presence of Edward Nalbandian, the RA Foreign Minister, and Carlos Bermeco Acosta, Head of the Aviation Agreements Department of the EU European Commission for Mobility and Transport, Karen Nazaryan, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Klaus Gale, the Chief Negotiator for the European Movement and Mobility Directorate, initiated an agreement between Armenia and the EU on the General Aviation Zone The agreement envisages the possibility of Armenia joining the EU aviation zone, as well as the introduction of the best European experience in the aviation sector in Armenia. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267214.html

Press conference of Donald Tusk, European Council President, Jean-Claude Juncker, European Commission President and Yuri Ratas, Prime Minister presiding EU Estonian, are held in Brussels to sum up the Eastern Partnership Summit. We present a press conference with live broadcast. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267212.html

Road traffic police informs that since November 27, 2017, the speedometer installed on Eghvard highway (near Armenia TV) will record the cases driving in excess of speed limit. The permissible maximum speed is 40 km/h. Traffic Police urges drivers to keep road traffic rules. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267207.html

Armenia chess grandmaster Levon Aronian continues to solely lead the final stage of the FIDE Grand Prix 2017 series taking place in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. In the eighth round he played draw with Yevgeni Tomashevsky. Other eight meetings continue. Our chess player scored 5 points and retained the first place. The matches of the last, 9th round will take place tomorrow. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267203.html

Hrayr Antonyan, Head of the Department of Communal Economy of Yerevan City Hall, and Artem Abrahamyan, Chief of Operative Staff of Yerevan, checked Sanitek’s preparedness for winter. According to the results of the inspection, all the machinery was prepared, the tires and brushes were replaced with new ones, and additional employees were involved as well. The equipment were also commissioned and their technical condition were verified. It was noted that agreements were reached with different companies to quickly resolve technical problems. At the same time, the necessary amount of salt and sand had been accumulated. Unlike previous years, this time they will be distributed not only from two, but from four warehouses to ensure the purpose of the work. Salt and sand had also been distributed to schools, kindergartens, cultural homes for using in the internal yard areas. Hrayr Antonyan, Head of the Municipal Administration’s Communal Economy Department, also highlighted the importance of keeping the safety rules by residents, especially considering using worn-out or non-winter tires. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267201.html

Yerevan’s Alashkert won Yerevan’s FC Pyunik (1:0) in their home game during the 14th round of the Armenian Premier League. The only goal was scored by striker Mihran Manasyan, in the 23rd minute. The owners of the pitch finished the game with 10 players, as midfielder Khoren Veranyan was removed from the pitch in the 61st minute. “Alashkert” scored 30 points and became stronger in the first place. Now, Alashkert players are 10 points ahead of Gandzasar-Kapan, which will be hosting Banants on November 26. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267198.html

17․30 The EaP memorandum is signed by all countries. It has already been publicized. Signing of the agreement with Armenia is scheduled at 16:15 (local time). 16․30 Shortly before the reporters were informed that the Armenian representation were not giving a separate conference. There is still no signing the agreement. 15.00 The text of the Eastern Partnership Summit Memorandum is ready, but surprises are not ruled out. “According to my information, all non-specific issues have been clarified, and I hope we will not have any surprise at the last moment, and the heads of states will be able to officially accept it. The declaration has not yet been adopted, it is usually accepted at the end of the meeting, but I think that we will have no significant changes in the declaration,” Edgars Rinkevic, Latvian Foreign Minister said earlier. In the text of the Declaration of the Eastern Partnership, non-pro-Armenian formulations were included, which were not clarified in the morning. 14.00 In response to the question of Azatutyun, Serzh Sargsyan said that the summit was not the place where the Karabakh issue should be discussed. “I do not think that the Eastern Partnership summit is the platform where we should discuss our relations with Azerbaijan. The OSCE Minsk Group is engaged in the Karabakh issue, and the EU fully supports the OSCE Minsk Group,” Serzh Sargsyan said. 13.42 At the press center, a Moldovan journalist says what response he received from Serzh Sargsyan when he had asked from afar, what expectations Serzh Sargsyan had from the agreement with the EU? “Only positive,” said Serzh Sargsyan without approaching the journalist. He said it from so far that it is impossible to understand his words by cameras. The Moldovan journalist was in the first line, and he claims that these are the exact words that Serzh Sargsyan said. 13.17 They will do everything in order to get good photos. This journalist has been in this position for more than half an hour. http://www.a1plus.am/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/lragrox.jpg 12.40 Journalists, whose leaders of states have already arrived, are gradually leaving the hall where where the flags of all the delegations are placed. It is hard to approach the Armenian flag as the journalists of Azerbaijan are being shot. The flags of Azerbaijan and the EU are on the left and right sides of the Armenian flag, respectively. 12.12 Theresa May, Prime Minister of Great Britain, approaches the journalists waiting for her. The country drifted apart from the EU considers safe neighborhood important. EaP is in the agenda, and she does not deny that other important meetings are also going to take place. 12.05 Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, did not answer the question. Compared with Serzh Sargsyan, who passed almost unnoticed, reporters tried to ask some questions to Ilham Aliyev. 11.45 Serzh Sargsyan also arrived. He passed at the moment the representative of Belarus was giving an interview. And Serzh Sargsyan was not asked any question. 11.30 More than two hundred cameras are currently waiting for the presidents to attend the EPP summit. Journalists’ work started at 6 am. The roads leading to the EU building are under control. Estern Partnership Summit started at 11 am, in Brussels. Leaders of six EU and Eastern Partnership countries today will meet in Brussels to deepen ties between the Union and former Soviet republics. This summit is expected an Integrated and Enhanced Partnership Agreement to be signed with Armenia. Source: http://en.a1plus.am/1267153.html