On April 2, representatives of the academic staff of the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management participated online in the annual international conference Lomonosov Readings–2026, organized by Lomonosov Moscow State University, where they presented their research papers.
During the conference, on the occasion of the inauguration of the "Contemporary Issues of Socio-Economic Development" section at Moscow State University's Moscow School of Economics, Karlen Khachatryan, Dean of the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management, delivered a greeting address. Emphasizing the importance of the conference as a prestigious platform, the dean noted that it promotes the development of academic dialogue.
"Today, socio-economic development depends not only on classical growth factors but also on institutional quality, the stability of financial systems, digital transformation, labor market changes, demographic trends, and increasing global uncertainty. In this context, it is especially important that the discussions at this conference address both theoretical approaches and practical solutions," the dean noted, praising the collaborative relationships established between partner faculties and universities. According to Khachatryan, in recent years these collaborations have expanded through academic exchange programs, joint initiatives, and research cooperation.
"This is not merely formal cooperation for us; it is a friendship built on mutual respect, trust, and a shared commitment to high-quality education and research. I am convinced that the conference and its discussions will foster new ideas and support the development of joint projects," the dean added.
The session was chaired by Associate Professor Artyom Yakovlev, Deputy Director of the Moscow School of Economics at Moscow State University.
Concluding his remarks, Dean Khachatryan thanked the conference organizers and all partners contributing to collaboration, including Academician Aleksandr Nekipelov, Director of the Moscow School of Economics, reiterating that the faculty remains open to deepening cooperation. While anticipating productive sessions, engaging discussions, and significant academic outcomes, he expressed hope that future collaboration could continue in both Armenia and Russia.
During the conference, online presentations were delivered by Professor Firuza Mayilyan from the Chair of Economics and International Economic Relations (topic: "The Relationship Between Minimum Wage and Poverty in EAEU Member States") and Associate Professor Karine Asryan from the Chair of Management and Business (topic: "Consumer Behavior and Decision-Making Mechanisms in Markets Amid Information and Product Overload"). Heads of the aforementioned chairs, Associate Professors Grigor Hayrapetyan and Anna Hakobjanyan, also participated in the conference.
Last spring, at the invitation of Academician Aleksandr Nekipelov, Director of the Moscow School of Economics, a delegation from the YSU Faculty of Economics and Management, led by Dean Khachatryan, visited Moscow for a working visit. The faculty has also repeatedly hosted representatives from the Moscow School of Economics in Armenia, further strengthening bilateral collaboration.
