Armenian organizations in UAE bring together over 10 thousand Armenians

YEREVAN, NOVEMBER 9, ARMENPRESS. Over 10 thousand Armenians live in the United Arab Emirates, Ambassador Extraordinaryand Plenipotentiary of the Republicof Armenia to the United Arab Emirates Gegham Gharibjanyan told “Armenpress”.

“The Armenian community started to develop here in 1970s. Armenians from mainly Syria, Lebanon, Iraq and partially from Iran came to live here. The local Armenians are mainly engaged in construction, banking and trade sectors and are known for their diligence”, the Ambassador said.

According to him, the local Armenians try to unite around national organizations. The role of the Armenian Apostolic Church cannot be underestimated in that mission. Two churches have been constructed during these years; the last one was the Holy MartyrsChurchofAbu Dhabi constructed a year ago. The Ambassador told that Sunday schools operate in both churches.