On September 29 of this year, a significant collaborative event was held at the Institute of Oriental Studies of the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia, bringing together representatives of the scientific, educational, and academic communities. The meeting was organized by the Institute of Oriental Studies not only for the donation of scholarly literature, but also with the aim of fostering future collaborations and promoting the dissemination of science.

The Institute has donated around 100 titles of scholarly literature to the following universities:

• Shirak State University
• Gavar State University
• Vanadzor State University
• Ijevan Branch of Yerevan State University

An equal amount of literature was also provided to the Kachar Scientific Center, which had operated in Shushi for many years and is now based in Yerevan.

Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies, Gohar Iskandaryan, noted that all the publications by the Institute have been digitized and made available on the Institute’s official website.

According to the Director, this event is part of the broad strategy adopted by the Institute of Oriental Studies, aimed at deepening academic cooperation and ensuring access to knowledge throughout Armenia.

Director of the Institute of Oriental Studies, G. Iskandaryan, emphasized that the Institute has real potential to implement a number of programs.

• Master classes for lecturers of regional universities
• New opportunities for professional development for students
• Internship opportunities at the Institute of Oriental Studies
• Encouraging young people to participate in the annual “Conference of Young Orientalists”

The purpose of  this event is clear.

To spread knowledge and to foster a coherent and equally accessible academic and educational environment throughout the country.

In parallel with this project, the Institute has already established cooperation with:

• Yerevan State University
• Russian-Armenian University
• Vazgen Sargsyan Military University
• National Defense Research University of the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Armenia

The main message of the Institute of Oriental Studies is that science should be generated, shared, and serve society regardless geographical boundaries.