Armenian Presence in the Production and Circulation of Ship-Decorated Early Modern Ceramics and Textiles
by Ani Margaryan The depiction of sailing vessels on a diverse corpus of objects d’art—from Iznik and Kütahya ceramics produced in Asia Minor to Chinese export porcelains manufactured in Jingdezhen for international markets—serves as more than a decorative motif. The ship
Diaspora Youth Ambassador to China Hosts Online Meeting to Present Diaspora Programs
On March 1, Mane Vardanyan, the Diaspora Youth Ambassador to China, held an online meeting to present the 'Diaspora Youth Ambassador' program and other initiatives of the Office of the High Commissioner for Diaspora Affairs of the Republic of Armenia.
A Pair of Armenian-Inscribed Rare Gloves: Stitching History, Family, Tradition, and Loss
By Ani Margaryan Within the collection of the History Museum of Armenia resides a pair of cataloged wool gloves, designated E-No. 1303 and attributed to the late nineteenth century, with an unknown place of origin. The artifact's primary historical link is
Online “Coffee Talk” Bridges Armenian Diasporas of China and Poland
On January 10, an inspiring online forum titled “Coffee Talk: The Diaspora Speaks” successfully united young professionals from Armenian communities worldwide. The event was co-convened by Diaspora Youth Ambassadors Mane Vardanyan (China) and Yeva Hovsepyan (Poland), highlighting a special connection
Armenian Culture in the Spotlight: Nord Anglia School Guangzhou Celebrates Heritage at International Day of Charity
On December 20, 2025, Nord Anglia School Guangzhou, Panyu hosted its annual International Day of Charity, a dynamic event dedicated to celebrating global diversity while raising funds for local community causes. Each year, the festival showcases more than 20 countries,
Eurasia as a Global Nexus: Yerevan Hosts Landmark Conference on Modern China and Eurasian Dynamics
On December 5–6, 2025, Yerevan, Armenia, served as the intellectual stage for the VI International Conference "Eurasian Research on Modern China and Eurasia." Organized by the Armenian-based China-Eurasia Council for Political and Strategic Research, the event convened 63 distinguished and
Bridging Cultures Online: Armenian and Chinese Students Connect in Landmark Exchange Webinar
On December 14, the Diaspora Youth Ambassador to China, Mane Vardanyan, hosted an online Exchange Webinar that brought together Armenian students in China and Chinese students in Armenia. Designed to deepen mutual understanding and foster lasting connections, the event centered
Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute Releases Landmark Publication in Chinese
YEREVAN, December 5, 2025 — The Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute announced today the release of its official pictorial reference book in the Chinese language. This significant publication will allow visitors from China to learn about the history of the Armenian Genocide
Armenia Represented at the 2025 International Forum on Global Governance and Cultural Studies at the Chinese Academy of History, Beijing
In November 2025, Dr. Ani Margaryan, an Armenian art historian and expert in Silk Road Studies and Cross-Cultural Studies, had the distinct honor of representing Armenia at the prestigious International Forum of Overseas Studies on Xi Jinping's Thought on Socialism
Diaspora Youth Ambassador to China Presents Armenian Culture at “East Meets West” Carnival
On November 2nd, Mane Vardanyan, the Diaspora Youth Ambassador to China, led and organized the Armenian Stand at the "Wisdom Across Ages, Encounters of East and West" Carnival, hosted by the Committee of the Communist Youth League of Nanjing University.
