Welcome MESSAGE Welcome to the Armenian International Policy Research Group's Official Web Site.The Armenian International Policy Research Group (AIPRG) is a nonpartisan, nonpolitical association that researches and encourages the discussion of public policy issues in Armenia and the Diaspora. AIPRG aims to consolidate the existing Armenia-related expertise by bringing together accomplished researchers and practitioners who specialize in economics, political science, law, and government affairs. The Group also aspires to advance capacity building by providing opportunities for aspiring young professionals to develop their skills through research and interactions with experts in their respective fields.
Structure:The structure of AIPRG reflects the positions, interests, and individual constraints of each member. The Group is managed by Advisory and Executive Boards. The Advisory Board consists of renowned academics and policy practitioners who are willing to provide expertise and guidance with respect to the Group's overall direction and research agenda. The Executive Board, on the other hand, oversees AIPRG's day-to-day activities. It consists of active researchers and policy practitioners who coordinate the activities of the Group in his/her own area. Membership:Individual AIPRG members/fellows are accomplished professionals in the above mentioned fields who recognize the need to consolidate best-practice policy advice and research for the benefit of Armenia and the Diaspora. Although the Group primarily focuses on attracting members who specialize in economics, political science, law and international development, individuals with expertise in other fields relevant to public policy are encouraged to join. Sources of Financing:The Group will seek out independent sources of financing to cover the expenses related to research activities and the organization of conferences and seminars. Because AIPRG intends to have a pan-Armenian focus, any funding aimed at advancing the political agenda of any side involved (i.e., a political party or partisan association) will be rejected. Partnership:AIPRG intends to establish mutually beneficial partnerships with state agencies and other Armenian/Diaspora organizations who are interested in cooperation on the above mentioned issues regardless of their political views or affiliations. |
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2008-05-17 Looking Forward: Global Competitiveness of the Armenian Economy
AIPRG Annual Conference After more than a decade of transition from planned to market-based economy, Armenia undertook important reforms and experienced high rates of economic growth in recent years. In order to sustain this growth and ensure further economic development, the country will need to design and implement second-generation reforms based on lessons learned during this transition and aimed at: (i) solidifying the achievements of the transition period; (ii) ensuring a fair and level playing field for private sector development; (iii) choosing strategic directions for the country’s export-oriented branches of the economy; and (iv) laying foundations for future development by strengthening institutions and modernizing social sectors, especially public education.
2008-01-14 Wider Black Sea: Perspectives for International and Regional SecurityThe Wider Black Sea region as a political and strategic whole is greater than the sum of its individual parts and lies in the heart of legitimate geo-strategic interests of the main international and regional players. The major stakeholders of the region lack clear set of objectives and largely shared understanding of the Wider Black Sea, there is no formulated and generally shared long-term political or political-military framework for securing the stability of the region in the face of existing frozen conflicts, differing perceptions of the economic and security challenges, shortage of well-developed regional institutions, civilizational and cultural discrepancies, etc. Thus, the growing debate on the Wider Black Sea region is reasoned by the following major arguments: 2007-01-13 The Economic and Social Consequences of Opening the Armenia-Turkey BorderFOLLOW-UP PROJECT: IMPLICATIONS FOR ARMENIA FOLLOW-UP PROJECT: IMPLICATIONS FOR TURKEY The border between Armenia and Turkey was unilaterally closed by Turkey in 1993. In recent years, there has been increased pressure—both external and internal—to open the border and normalize bilateral relations. The conference which was held in January 2007 brought together researchers, policymakers, international organizations, and other stakeholders to examine the potential benefits and costs of opening the border and normalizing relations between Armenia and Turkey. The conference aimed at providing policymakers with analysis about ways to maximize potential benefits and mitigate potential costs of border opening. The conference was co-sponsored by USAID, Eurasia Foundation, and the UK Embassy in Armenia.
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