Iranian-Armenian relations

[Tigranakert]

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Haha, got to love these ones;

1. Because only an Iranian can jerk off at Water World and send satellites into space -- both of which make Azerbaijan extremely nervous and cause high-level meetings.

4. Because Iran is not afraid to hang Pan-Turkists on a weekly basis and post the pictures on Facebook.

[Persopolis]

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Iran's Deputy Interior Minister says Tehran plans to close off borders - Sat Apr 23, 2011

“The comprehensive project of sustainable security will soon be implemented in the country's borders,” Abdollahi said on Saturday.
Abdollahi said Iran's southwestern, northwestern and western borders were the Interior Ministry's priorities, adding that “this plan will be implemented on all borders in order to prevent unauthorized crossings especially for terrorists.”

http://www.presstv.ir/detail/176342.html

Georgian meeting calls for the removal of Armenia from the Caucuses & solidarity with Azerbaijan.

http://www.news.az/articles/politics/34924

Turkey demands Iran to ban Armenian Genocide documentary screening
On April 24, Tehran will host the screening of Tigran Khzmalyan’s Armin Wegner- Genocide Photographer film. Members of the Armenian community as well as Iranian parliamentarians will attend the screening. The movie will be broadcast on one of Iranian TV channels

http://www.panarmenian.net/eng/world/news/66953/Turkey_demands_Iran_to_ban_Armenian_Genocide_documentary_screening

Turkey shocked at screening of Armenian Genocide documentary in Iran on April 24

http://news.am/eng/news/54103.html

[Persopolis]

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I would have to say that the average Iranian is more intelligent than the average American ....

The statistic for Iranians living in America is that about 75% hold advanced degrees (Masters / Doctorate).

This is not uncommon in the Iranian community: She is now an assistant professor at Harvard medical school.

[Mos]

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Many Iranians living abroad are very well educated and have respectable professions. Same with Armenians.

[Mos]

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A new and interesting video that came out about iran-armenia:

[lampron]

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Georgia is thriving, still standing on his feet despite both our countries have lost 20% of its territory.

http://www.news.az/articles/politics/34924

Stalin gave you territories at other nations' expense
He is not around any longer, so you now have to stand on your own feet
Time to grow up eh?

[Tigranakert]

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The statistic for Iranians living in America is that about 75% hold advanced degrees (Masters / Doctorate).

This is not uncommon in the Iranian community: She is now an assistant professor at Harvard medical school.

Iranians are the most educated minority in The Netherlands. Not only that, but they hold more university degrees than the locals. The Persians are smart people.

[Persopolis]

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US Ambassador Matthew Bryza Visited Nakhchivan
NAKHCHIVAN. April 21, 2011: The US Ambassador to Azerbaijan Matthew Bryza began a two-day visit to the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic on April 20. In Nakhchivan, the US ambassador met with Vasif Talibov, the head of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.

The state of democracy and human rights in Nakhchivan were discussed during that meeting. [Area is used for drugs and people smuggling.] The US ambassador inquired into the region’s historic monuments including the ancient cemetery crosses in the Julfa region. The ambassador said that, unfortunately, he was unable to visit Julfa and observe these old burial places, [didn't have daddy's permission] but he would like to visit them during a future trip to the region. He said the monuments were very interesting and added that he had always supported the idea of protecting monuments everywhere. He told the media he had asked about the mosques in Armenia when visiting this country several times.

Ambassador Bryza went on to visit the Nakhchivan State University and discussed several joint projects with its President Isa Habibbeyli. Bryza also visited the Carpet Museum and the Momine Khatun Mausoleum.

Bryza also visited the Resource Center for Democratic Development and Support to NGOs. He has no plans to meet with the local representatives of Azerbaijan’s political parties. Bryza is visiting Nakhchivan with his wife, Zeyno Baran (Turan). [Has a Tatar wife.]

http://azerireport.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=2735&Itemid=53

Nakhchivan Supreme Assembly chairman meets US consultant - Vasif Talibov has met founder and Chief Executive Officer of private intelligence corporation Stratfor George Friedman.

http://news.az/articles/politics/34587

[Joseph]

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A new and interesting video that came out about iran-armenia:

Good. I want to see relations continue to develop.

[Mos]

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Old interview, but still crucial one regarding iranian-armenian projects:

Armen Movsisyan:
Armenia rates cooperation with Iran as satisfactory
March 28, 2011
PanARMENIAN.Net - Energy security and sufficiency remain among the most important tasks for Armenia, which strengthens relations with its neighbors through diversification of its energy resources. Specifically, Armenia implements a number of ambitious joint projects with Iran. In an interview with PanARMENIAN.Net, Armenia's Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Armen Movsisyan commented on the implementation process as well as on talks for oil pipeline construction and forthcoming visit of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

To strengthen its energy independence, Armenia has intensified its relations with Iran. Please, comment on the joint projects under way.

Armenia and Iran are implementing a number energy projects, including construction of Meghri hydropower plant at Arax River, oil pipeline, gas pipeline as well as construction of the third power line.

Would you elaborate on the construction of Meghri hydropower plant? When the construction works be started and how much will they cost? Are there plans to build similar plants in the future?

Armenia and Iran are planning to build two high-capacity hydropower plants: in Meghri and Karachilar (Iran). Each plant is envisaged to generate 793mln kilowatt/h of electric power. Preparations for the construction in Meghri will finish this year, the project being estimated at $323mln to be invested by the Iranian Investment Company. According to the agreement, the power generated by the plant will be delivered to Iran during 15 years. Afterwards, the plant will be transferred to Armenian side. As to construction of other plants, it's hardly possible as Armenia doesn't possess sufficient water resources.

What about the power line to be built?

70% of the third Armenia-Iran high-voltage power line will be built by the end of 2011. The project is estimated at euro 100-105 million and is implemented by Sanir Iranian company. The operating power lines have a capacity of 450 megawatt. Together with the third one, the capacity will make 1200 megawatt.

Please tell about the Iran-Armenia gas pipeline. How much will the project cost and is construction of a second line possible?

Energy diversification is one of Armenia's energy security factors. That is why we consider the advisability of both the pipeline delivering Russian gas through Georgia and Iran-Armenia pipeline. In 2011, we have ensured 15% growth in power generating sector, 12% of which was exported to Iran in the framework of “gas in exchange for eclectic power” project. Moreover, Iran-Armenia gas pipeline can satisfy Armenia's needs in force majeure situation. Construction if a second pipeline is not planned.

How do matters stand with Iran-Armenia oil pipeline?

Construction of the oil pipeline is expected to be finished in 2014. It will allow Armenia to export oil products both from Iran and the Persian Gulf, a major market for petroleum products. Persian Gulf market prices significantly differ from those at Mediterranean Sea, which will enable Armenia to dramatically decrease transportation expenses. Construction of Armenia-Iran pipeline will be funded on both sides, with Armenia allocating $100mln to the project. Pipeline operation contract will be concluded for the period of 25 years. Armenia's internal need for oil products comprises 400 thousand ton a year. Relevant documents can be signed during the visit of Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad to Armenia.

Will an oil refinery be built in Armenia? Armenia and Iran used to discuss the matter some time ago…

The idea to build an oil refinery in Armenia is alive and construction of the oil pipeline is a part of it. However, to implement such huge project a relevant infrastructure is needed, including construction of Iran-Armenia railroad, which will transport the products to foreign markets. I think this idea will be realized one day.

How do you assess cooperation with Iran? How will our country's energy security improve and what role can it have in the region?

I rate the cooperation with Iran as satisfactory. As to energy security it's hard to produce figures - 20% or 30%. Anyway, Armenia is going to become one of the leading regional countries from the viewpoint of energy security.