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Volodya Kirakosyan, Director of the Armenian Mining and Metallurgy Association, took part in a panel discussion titled “Current Issues and Prospects of Mining Development,” organized by the National Polytechnic University of Armenia. The purpose of the event was to identify key challenges facing the development of the mining sector through academic–industrial cooperation. The following agenda items were discussed: 1. Evaluation ...

On behalf of the Armenian Mining and Metallurgy Association, I congratulate our partners at Lydian Armenia on the resumption of construction works at Amulsar. This is a major achievement for Lydian, the entire sector, and the Republic of Armenia. I am confident that the long-awaited launch of the Amulsar project will bring tangible economic benefits to the country and significantly ...

A remote meeting of the Council of the Armenian Mining and Metallurgy Association public organization was held, with the following members in attendance: 1. Zangezur Copper-Molybdenum Combine CJSC, represented by Vardan Jhanyan 2. Teghut CJSC, represented by Karen Simonyan 3. Lydian Armenia CJSC, represented by Hayk Aloyan 4. Kapan Mining and Processing Plant CJSC, represented by Vahram Avagyan 5. GeoProMining ...

A workshop on “Human Rights and Environmental Aspects in Mining: State Obligations and Business Opportunities” was held in Yerevan. Representatives from Armenian Mining and Metallurgy Association, ZPMC, international experts, and Asatur Vardanyan, Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, all attended the ceremony. In his remarks, the Deputy Minister emphasized that mining is a critical sector of the economy with ...

Under the leadership of Asatur Vardanyan, Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, the first meeting of the working group established to define the timeframe and benchmarks for implementing the changes envisaged by the Mining Sector Development Strategy was held. The working group comprises representatives of higher education institutions of the Republic of Armenia, as well as members of the ...

The walls of the salt caves in the Verkhnekamskoye mine in Russia’s Perm region are adorned with naturally formed, almost hypnotic patterns. The “artist” here is carnallite, a mineral used in fertilizer production. While a few local mines remain operational, most tunnels and passages are closed. Entry into the abandoned mines is allowed only with special permission. The mines extend ...

In the third quarter of 2025, Armenia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at current prices reached AMD 3 trillion 71.65 billion, up from AMD 2 trillion 762.12 billion during the same period last year, according to the Government’s press service. This represents a 6.2% growth compared to the third quarter of 2024. On a per capita basis, Armenia’s GDP in Q3 ...

Asatur Vardanyan, Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, received representatives of the Armenian Mining and Metallurgy Association and sectoral organizations. The Deputy Minister welcomed the guests, emphasizing that the mining industry is a key sector and driving force of the economy, and noting that changes are planned to ensure the sector’s sustainable development, including legislative reforms. Vardan Jhanyan, President ...

Zangezur Copper-Molybdenum Combine (ZCMC) continues to provide ongoing support for sports programs that contribute to the development of a healthy and active generation. Syunik Football Academy has brought together all young football enthusiasts in Syunik under one team, creating a united “family” built on sportsmanship, teamwork, and dedication. Today, nearly 1,000 young athletes are training at Syunik FA, a clear ...

The draft law on amendments and additions to the Labor Code has been fully adopted by the National Assembly. The Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs announced that the retirement age has been removed as a ground for terminating an employment contract at the employer’s initiative. According to the amendments, employers are now allowed to sign indefinite-term contracts with employees ...