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Why The 25-Year Independence Anniversary Will Ring Hollow With Many Armenians


Image: A winter view of Armenia’s capital of Yerevan. Author: Serouj Ourishian (Wikipedia)
In less than a month Armenia will mark the 25th anniversary of its independence.
It should be a time for joy.
But like many Armenians I will be thinking about what might have been, about the opportunities lost.
As our country approaches the September 21 anniversary date, it remains one of the poorest in the former Soviet Union.
Corruption is rampant, and there’s a huge gap between the rich and poor.
It’s no consolation that corruption and a wealth gap are the norm in every other country in the region.
Armenians don’t think …read more

Source: The Huffington Post

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