ArmInfo. A group for studying the Serbian language is being formed at Yerevan State University (YSU). This was stated by Artur Martirosyan, Deputy Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sports (MONKS) of Armenia, at the Chamber Music House on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Serbia.
In this regard, in his welcoming speech, the Deputy Minister emphasized that Armenian-Serbian relations have significantly strengthened over the past three decades, contributing to the deepening of cooperation in various fields.
"The developing multilateral relations have become possible thanks to cultural and public figures who have become a bridge of friendship between our peoples and states. I would especially like to emphasize the successful cultural cooperation in the fields of literature, music, theater and joint film production. Armenian and Serbian authors are regularly translated, which allows the peoples of both countries to get acquainted with each other's literary achievements," Martirosyan noted, adding that cooperation is actively developing within the framework of cultural events and international festivals with the participation of Armenian and Serbian cultural figures.
Martirosyan also expressed hope that cooperation between the countries will continue to develop and become more effective for the benefit of the prosperity and well-being of both Armenia and Serbia.
As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Education and Science, a concert was held as part of the celebration, during which the Honored Artist of Armenia, pianist Hayk Melikyan performed works by famous Serbian composers Kornelija Stankovic, Marko Tajcevic, Miloje Milojevic, Stevan Mokranjac, Vasile Mokranjac, Ljubica Maric, Dejan Despic, as well as Armenian composers Alexander Harutyunyan, Hayk Melikyan himself, Elen Yolchyan and the works of Komitas.
It is noted that the festive event was attended by the Ambassador of Serbia to Armenia Tatjana Panajotovich-Cvetkovic, as well as high-ranking government officials of Serbia.
Back in 2022, at a joint meeting, Artur Martirosyan and the Serbian Ambassador discussed the possibilities of teaching Serbian and Armenian languages, giving lectures and opening departments at universities in Armenia and Serbia. The interlocutors also discussed a number of general issues related to cooperation in such areas as translating fiction, training translators, and implementing joint research in the field of linguistics.