EVN Report

A beach house in Lebanon, Armenian khachkars and Kurdish orchards in Iraq seem to have little in common and while the legal and geopolitical contexts may differ, Karena Avedissian traces the logic that connects them, revealing how security narratives can transform people, places and memory into perceived threats. Read more

As Armenia seeks to retain talent and build a competitive workforce, recruitment practices matter more than ever. Sona Gevorgyan examines the challenges facing job seekers, from poor communication to unpaid assignments, and argues for a more transparent and respectful hiring culture. Read more

Behind every polished startup pitch are difficult questions, uncomfortable feedback and constant iteration. A visit to Seaside Startup Summit in Lake Sevan reveals what mentors wish founders understood, and why building a successful startup is far harder than it looks. Read more

Armenia's ratification of the Nagoya Protocol and its role as host of COP17 place the country at the center of a global debate over who controls genetic resources, biodiversity and the benefits derived from nature. Davit Khachatryan explains. Read more

Why do we turn celebrities, influencers and political leaders into modern-day gods? Sheila Paylan explores the psychology of hero worship, personality cults and our willingness to surrender critical thinking in exchange for admiration and belonging. Read more

Once limited to salads and side dishes, vegan dining in Armenia is quietly expanding. New restaurants, cafés and bakeries are proving that plant-based food isn't about restriction, it's about creating spaces where everyone can enjoy a meal together. Read more

Syria has returned to the center of regional diplomacy, emerging as a testing ground for a new balance of power. As Turkey, Israel and other actors compete to shape the post-Assad order, the consequences of this shifting regional architecture extend beyond the Levant to the South Caucasus. Read more

What does travel mean when you can’t return to the one place you most long for? Journeying through Morocco, Siranush Sargsyan finds traces of her lost homeland, Artsakh, in unfamiliar landscapes, traditions and people, revealing how displacement transforms the experience of elsewhere. Read more

Yerevan may be culturally vibrant, but who has the power to shape the city? Heghine Pilosyan examines why artists and intellectuals cannot safeguard its cultural identity alone, as redevelopment, commercial interests and weakened institutions redefine what, and whom, the city is built for. Read more

AI has disrupted the assumptions on which many technology companies were built. Through Wirestock, Renderforest and CodeSignal, Ellen Tovmasyan explores how Armenian-founded companies are adapting their products and business models to remain competitive in a rapidly changing global market. Read more: https://evnreport.com/creative-tech/built-for-one-era-tested-by-another-armenian-tech-and-ai/

Armenia's takeover of Electric Networks of Armenia is about more than ownership. Drawing on international examples, André Vartan-Boghossian examines what makes an electricity system resilient, competitive and accountable, and why public control of critical infrastructure may strengthen both sovereignty and democracy. Read more

An awkwardly placed bathtub in a Stepanavan hotel room is more than an odd design choice. Maria Gunko traces its unlikely connections to Armenia's recent past, exploring how ordinary objects absorb history, adapt to necessity and quietly tell stories of survival. Read more

Five years into the latest normalization process, Armenia and Turkey have expanded dialogue and technical cooperation, yet the border remains closed. Hranoush Dermoyan examines why Azerbaijan continues to shape Ankara's policy, and how Turkey's domestic politics and economic interests complicate normalization. Read more

Drawing on feminist art history and recent exhibitions, Vigen Galstyan examines the persistent marginalization of women artists in Armenia’s cultural canon. From forgotten modernists to the patriarchal structures that shape institutions and historical memory, he argues that reclaiming these voices is essential to reimagining Armenian art itself. Read more

Lake Sevan has long been the summer escape for Armenian families, a place for lazy beach days, splashing kids, and picnics that stretch into golden evenings. Now, the lake is heating up in a new way, with sailing, water sports, sun-drenched cafes, open-air cultural events, and eco-tourism drawing a fresh wave of visitors. Read more

Yerevan is embracing new cafes and fashionable menus, but where do locals actually eat? This personal guide looks beyond trendy cafés to the restaurants, bakeries and coffee shops where memories are made, friendships endure and familiar dishes keep people coming back. Read more

Armenia is surprisingly good at summer, especially with kids in tow. From splash pads and dinosaur parks to circus training and Armenian-language camps, this is a dense guide for the parent who wants options without having to work hard to find them. Read more

As Yerevan prepares to welcome the world's largest biodiversity summit, an investigation reveals a stark contradiction: Armenia remains a key transit point for endangered wildlife. Mariam Tashchyan traces the legal, commercial and institutional failures enabling the trade to persist. Read more

Russia’s latest trade restrictions on Armenian goods have exposed the risks of economic dependence at a pivotal political moment. As Moscow turns commerce into a geopolitical weapon, Armenia faces mounting pressure to diversify its markets and accelerate its integration with Europe. Read more

Democracies are judged not only by those who govern, but also by the strength of those who challenge them. Reflecting on Armenia’s 2026 parliamentary election, Armine Bagiyan argues that building a credible, constructive opposition is essential to the country’s democratic consolidation. Read more