  Armenia's membership in International Astronomy Union might be suspendedJuly 10, 2009 - 23:09 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Being unable to pay its International Astronomy Union (IAU) membership fee, Armenia runs the risk of having its membership suspended, Byurakan Observatory Director Hayk Harutyunyan told a news conference. "By losing International Astronomy Union membership, Armenia will be deprived of many benefits -international connections, scientific and financial assistance,'' he emphasized.According to Observatory Director, currently, because of unsatisfactory funding, Armenian astronomy is facing a real threat of losing its scientific potential and traditions formed during Soviet period.   Top stories The number of state universities will be reduced from 23 to 8 by 2030, Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan has said. From September 21 to November 11, a total of 2,820 Russians registered at a place of residence in Armenia, the police has said. The situation on the contact line between Karabakh and Azerbaijan was relatively stable overnight, the Defense Army says. Defense Minister Suren Papikyan has visited the southern Armenian province of Syunik, the Defense Ministry reported on March 18.   Partner news |  Related sections Latest news European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan  The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE.Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |
