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OUR MISSION

The Armenia-China Research Center (ACRC) is an independent, non-partisan research institution dedicated to advancing the study of China, Armenia-China relations, and the changing political, economic, and strategic landscape of Eurasia.

We bring together scholars, former public officials, practitioners, and experts from Armenia, China, and beyond to produce research, encourage informed dialogue, and identify practical opportunities for long-term cooperation.

OUR VISION

To become a leading platform for Armenia-China research and dialogue, connecting academic, policy, and professional communities and contributing to a deeper understanding of China’s role in Armenia, the South Caucasus, and the wider Eurasian region.

OUR RESEARCH PROGRAMMES

OUR ACTIVITIES

  • Research & Publications

    Policy briefs, papers, and data-driven analysis on Armenia-China and Eurasian affairs.

  • Dialogue & Events

    Roundtables, seminars, and public conversations that bring regions into the same room.

  • Capacity Building

    Fellowships, workshops, and training for the next generation of researchers.

  • Regional Engagement

    Partnerships that connect Yerevan, Beijing, and the wider Eurasian space.

OUR PRINCIPLES

  • Independence

    We are non-partisan and set our research agenda on the merits of the question.

  • Integrity

    Evidence, transparency, and intellectual honesty guide every publication.

  • Inclusiveness

    We work across languages, disciplines, and political viewpoints.

  • Responsibility

    Our work should serve long-term stability, prosperity, and mutual respect.

A stable and prosperous Eurasia depends on people who can listen across borders, test ideas in public, and turn research into cooperation.

ARMENIA-CHINA RESEARCH CENTER