BEARR Event: Talk and Discussion with Dr Sarkissian, Former President of Armenia
The BEARR Trust organised a talk and discussion with Dr Armen Sarkissian, former president of Armenia (2018-2022), who presented his book The Small States Club: How Small Smart Powers Can Save the World and discussed the current political situation in Armenia. With relations between Armenia and neighbouring Azerbaijan deteriorating, this was an important and timely opportunity to hear Dr Sarkissian’s insights.
Date: Monday, 10 March 2025
Location: Committee Room 1, House of Lords (kindly sponsored by Lord Tyrie) and online via Zoom
The recording of the event is available on our Youtube channel. You can also read a report of the event by BEARR Trustee Sam Thorne here.
About the Speaker:
Dr Armen Sarkissian served as the President of the Republic of Armenia from 2018 to 2022. From 1996 to 1997, he also served as the Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia. In 1992, Armen Sarkissian was appointed as the Ambassador of the Republic of Armenia to the United Kingdom and simultaneously served as Armenia’s Senior Ambassador in Europe, Ambassador to the Vatican, EU, NATO, Belgium, Holland and Luxembourg.
Between 2000 and 2013, Dr Sarkissian held various roles in European institutions, think tanks, multinational corporations, Cambridge University, and other universities and foundations. With careers as a Physics professor, a senior diplomat, and a former President and Prime Minister of Armenia, Dr Armen Sarkissian is well-known as a philanthropist and influential leader. He possesses extensive business and civic networks in major capitals around the world. He chaired a group of global investment companies specialising in energy, real estate, and high technology industries. While deeply involved in humanitarian and charitable projects, he also holds prominent leadership positions in international organisations.
Dr Sarkissian is the author of Art of Diplomacy – Quantum Politics and the 2023 bestseller Small States Club (read the review by BEARR Trustee Sam Thorne here). He is actively promoting necessity of – S20 organization.
Dr Sarkissian, together with his son Vartan Sarkissian, has recently founded ATOM (Advanced Tomorrow), a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing health, well-being, and longevity. The inaugural conference, held in Singapore in 2023, was a great success. Their most recent conference, Revolutionising Healthcare and Longevity, was held in London and was equally successful. It brought together influential figures from diverse sectors, including politics, business, academia and arts, to explore transformative ideas in healthcare and longevity.
Dr Sarkissian boasts over 35 years of experience in science and technology, global diplomacy, and international business. He was also one of the co-creators of the Tetris-Wordtris game.
Donations
The BEARR Trust’s events are open to all and free to attend. However, we kindly suggest donations of £20 per person, £10 for students and jobseekers, or more if you are able. Your support helps us continue our vital work in Armenia and beyond.
BEARR has long supported projects in Armenia, working with local NGOs to support vulnerable groups affected by conflict, migration, and social disadvantage. Recent supported initiatives include vocational training for women, digital skills programmes for young people, social enterprises to support disadvantaged communities, and assistance for families of people with disabilities.
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