Hírek
“Step towards home” 2025
In July 2025 a group of Armenian youth living in Hungary participated in the annual two-week educational and cultural program “Step Towards Home” taking place in the motherland and organised by the Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs of Armenia. The program takes place every year and the Armenian youth of Hungary get the chance to participate in one of the three phases of the program, which take place in summer (June, July, August). The youth get to take Armenian language courses (Eastern and Western Armenian), learn traditional dances and songs, visit museums and other historical places, meet with with state, public, cultural, and artistic figures and participate in sports events.
Article written by: Shogher Manukyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
Photos by: Shogher Manukyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
Hírek
The 34th Anniversary of Armenia’s Independence in Budapest
On September 21, an event dedicated to the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia was held at Academy 1 street in Budapest. The event was attended by the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Hungary, Dr. Haykak Arshamyan, the Speaker of the Armenian Autonomy in the Hungarian Parliament, Mr. Nikoghos Akopyan, and the President of the Armenian Autonomy of Hungary, Mr. Tsaran Istvan.
During the festive event, the 2025 “Ararat – For the Armenian Nation” award ceremony was also held. In accordance with the 2025 decision of the General Assembly of the Armenian Autonomy, this year the “Ararat – For the Armenian Nation” award was given to Mr. Géza János Abgarovich.
Mr. Géza János Abgarovich is a renowned surgeon who, for his devoted service to the Armenian community, was appointed Honorary Consul of the Republic of Armenia in Hungary. He takes an active role in the life of the Armenian community living in Hungary, representing the interests of the community, providing assistance in all areas when needed, and fostering the development of relations between the homeland and the Armenian community of Hungary. Over the past decades, he has repeatedly provided financial support for the work of the Armenian community and has assisted compatriots in need.
At the event, speeches were delivered by Mr. Nikoghos Akopyan, the Speaker of the Armenian Autonomy in the Hungarian Parliament , and Dr. Haykak Arshamyan, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Armenia to Hungary. The event was hosted by Flora Hambardzumyan and Laura Libor.
In the artistic part of the program, performances were given by the HAWK Dance Group, Irena Martirosyan (piano), Lusine Martirosyan (vocal), and Diana Asryan (piano). The artistic program was followed by a reception.
Article written by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
Photos by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
Hírek
Team AFAGG of Armenia compete in European Championships 2025 in Budapest
On September 20–21, in Budapest, Hungary, Team AFAGG (Federation of Aesthetic Group Gymnastics) of Armenia competed in the European Championships 2025, securing outstanding placements across several categories.
Article written by: Shogher Manukyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
Hírek
Summer Camp
From June 11 to 15, a summer camp was held for Armenian children living in Hungary. This year, four students from Artashat joined the camp along with their chaperone. The camp began at the shore of Lake Balaton, after which the children were transferred to the Kaboka camp area. As part of the camp, a variety of programs were organized for the children, including recreational, cultural, and educational activities.
Article written by Flora Hambardzumyan, Project code: 2024-1-HU01-ESC51-VTJ-000207879
-
Hírek3 years agoArmenia celebrates 31st anniversary of establishment of the army
-
Hírek3 years agoTimes Square Commemoration of 108th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide
-
Hírek2 years agoPan-Armenian school film competition
-
Hírek3 years agoHungarian lawmaker comments on prospects of restoring diplomatic relations with Armenia
-
Hírek2 years agoMFA Statement
-
Hírek2 years agoI was there at night! – a special theatrical and literary experience at the KMO
-
Hírek2 years agoDeputy Foreign Minister of Armenia Paruyr Hovhannisyan received the Hungarian delegation led by Miklos Panyi, the Deputy Minister of the Hungarian Prime Minister’s Office and Tristan Azbej, Secretary of State for the «Hungary Helps» Programme.
-
Hírek2 years agoPress Statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Ararat Mirzoyan during the joint press conference with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Hungary