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Zawya
5 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
AMX successfully hosted one of the largest regional capital markets events: ConFEAS 2025 is in Yerevan
On May 30-31, 2025, the Armenia Stock Exchange and Central Depository (AMX), in collaboration with the Federation of Euro-Asian Capital Markets (FEAS), hosted one of the region's most important capital markets conferences ConFEAS 2025 in Yerevan. The event was held at the National Gallery of Armenia, right in the heart of the capital city. This year's edition was particularly special, marking the 30th anniversary of FEAS. In previous years, the conference was held in Abu Dhabi, Bucharest, Yerevan, and Samarkand. For this milestone occasion, Yerevan — home to the FEAS Secretariat — was chosen once again as the host city. As founding members of FEAS, the Armenia Stock Exchange and Central Depository proudly served as the hosting institutions. The conference welcomed over 200 professionals from across the region's financial sector, such as stock exchanges, depositories, banks, investment firms, and other international financial organizations. ConFEAS 2025 served as a key platform for discussing current trends, challenges, and developments in capital markets, fostering professional dialogue, experience-sharing, and the creation of new partnerships. The conference's official opening was marked by a welcome speech from the President of the Republic of Armenia, Mr. Vahagn Khachaturyan, emphasizing the importance of capital market development and international cooperation. Key addresses were also delivered by Hayk Yeganyan, CEO of the Armenia Stock Exchange, who underlined AMX Group's strategic role as a bridge between the European Union and the Middle East, Radu Hanga, Chairman of the FEAS Board, and Konstantin Saroyan, Secretary General of FEAS, who highlighted ConFEAS 2025's importance as a unifying platform for the regional financial sector. The two-day conference featured four thematic panel discussions, bringing together more than 30 leading speakers from different countries. Among them were Hayk Yeganyan, CEO of the Armenia Stock Exchange, Ani Makaryan, CEO of the Central Depository of Armenia, board members of AMX, and Tomasz Bardziłowski, CEO of the Warsaw Stock Exchange. As the majority shareholder of AMX, the Warsaw Stock Exchange is a long-term strategic partner, supporting the development and international integration of Armenia's capital market. Its participation at the event underscored the importance and future potential of the Armenia–Poland partnership. Other notable speakers included representatives from the stock exchanges of Abu Dhabi, Bucharest, Muscat, Kazakhstan, and Astana, highlighting the broad geographic reach of the conference. The thematic panel discussions included: The Future Path of Capital Market Development New Trends in Clearing and Settlement The Tabadul Platform as a Tool for Regional Cooperation Trends in Financial Intermediation in Capital Markets and more. As part of ConFEAS 2025, another significant event took place. The Armenia Stock Exchange has officially went live with the Tabadul regional digital exchange platform. With this step, Armenia becomes part of an important process of regional capital market integration, connecting its capital market to a wide network of regional and international investors. Notably, the first transaction on the Tabadul platform was successfully completed on May 30, marking a major milestone. Market participants from Armenia (Converse Bank, MetaX Investment Company) and Abu Dhabi (Al Ramz Investment Company) connected to each other's exchanges, making the markets mutually accessible. Armenian investors will now have the opportunity to invest in securities available on the Abu Dhabi exchange. Membership in the Tabadul platform will stimulate bilateral trading between member exchanges, expand strategic partnerships, and open up new avenues for cooperation. This regional collaboration will contribute to the integration and technological advancement of capital markets, creating new opportunities to attract investments to Armenia. The conference concluded with a cultural program showcasing Armenia's national heritage, along with an off-site networking day aimed at strengthening professional connections and opening new opportunities for collaboration in a more informal setting.
Dubai Eye
09-04-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
UAE, Armenian Presidents discuss bilateral ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Armenia's President Vahagn Khachaturyan have discussed ways to strengthen economic and investment cooperation. During their meeting at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, both leaders emphasised the importance of supporting the development priorities of their countries. They also discussed regional and international issues, including recent peace negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Sheikh Mohamed expressed hope that the agreement would enhance stability and prosperity in the region. The Armenian President thanked the UAE for its continued support in strengthening their partnership. #WamNews — WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) April 8, 2025
TAG 91.1
08-04-2025
- Business
- TAG 91.1
UAE, Armenian Presidents discuss bilateral ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Armenia's President Vahagn Khachaturyan have discussed ways to strengthen economic and investment cooperation. During their meeting at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi, both leaders emphasised the importance of supporting the development priorities of their countries. They also discussed regional and international issues, including recent peace negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Sheikh Mohamed expressed hope that the agreement would enhance stability and prosperity in the region. The Armenian President thanked the UAE for its continued support in strengthening their partnership. UAE, Armenian Presidents explore ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation #WamNews — WAM English (@WAMNEWS_ENG) April 8, 2025
Al Etihad
08-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Etihad
President of Armenia visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi
8 Apr 2025 20:30 ABU DHABI (WAM)Vahagn Khachaturyan, President of the Republic of Armenia, visited the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, accompanied by Karen Grigorian, Ambassador of Armenia to the UAE, and the accompanying Armenian President and his delegation were accompanied by Dr. Yousef Al-Obaidli, Director-General of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, during their tour of the mosque's halls and exterior were introduced to the mosque's cultural message of coexistence, tolerance, and openness, inspired by the legacy and values of the founding father. They also learned about the significant role of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre in promoting Islamic culture and enhancing cross-cultural communication delegation was briefed on the mosque's history, its architectural beauty, and the distinctive Islamic art that adorns its every corner. They were also introduced to the mosque's unique collections and the finest examples of Islamic civilization, where diverse artistic and architectural designs have converged in harmony, creating a masterpiece that reflects the beauty of cultural unity. At the end of the visit, the mosque presented the guest with a gift reflecting the mosque's beauty, a compass inspired by its chandeliers, along with a copy of the book "Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: Lights of Peace", the latest publication from the Cent The book highlights the mosque's unique architectural style and takes readers on a visual journey to discover its architectural and artistic grandeur, featuring award-winning images from the 'Spaces of Light' Award.
Yahoo
04-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Armenian president signs law to begin EU accession process
Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan signed a law on April 4 to formally begin Armenia's accession process to the European Union, Armenia's presidential press service announced. The document does not mean immediate accession, but reflects the "aspirations of citizens." European integration is now part of Armenian legislation. The Armenian parliament passed the bill, "On starting the process of accession of the Republic of Armenia to the European Union," in its final reading on March 26. The initiative, launched as a civil petition after gathering 60,000 signatures, was backed by 64 lawmakers, with seven voting against it. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has stressed that the process can only proceed if the Armenian people approve it in a referendum. The Kremlin previously warned that a country cannot be a member of both the EU and the Russian-led Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). "Being members of two different organizations, hypothetically speaking, is simply impossible," Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said. The EAEU, founded in 2015, consists of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan and is widely seen as a tool for Moscow to maintain influence over former Soviet states. Armenia's growing rift with Russia accelerated after the Kremlin failed to prevent Azerbaijan's September 2023 offensive in Nagorno-Karabakh, leading to the mass exodus of the region's Armenian population. Pashinyan previously stated that while Armenia seeks closer ties with the EU, full membership remains uncertain. The European Parliament urged the EU to deepen ties with Armenia in a March 2023 resolution, noting that the country meets the Maastricht Treaty's requirements to apply for membership. Read also: Trump to attend NATO summit in The Hague in June, Sikorski says We've been working hard to bring you independent, locally-sourced news from Ukraine. Consider supporting the Kyiv Independent.
