Kevork Hagopjian

Kevork Hagopjian

__Dr. Kevork Hagopjian, is an attorney and human rights advocate with expertise in international law, minority rights, civil litigation, and community engagement. He holds a Ph.D. in Law from the University of Vienna, along with two LL.M. degrees in Public International Law from SOAS, University of London and U.S. Law from George Mason University as well as an LL.B. from University of Aleppo. His doctoral research led to the publication of a book on “The rights of Armenian minorities in Lebanon and Turkey under National and International law”. In addition to legal practice at Keosian Law LLP, he facilitates dialogue and peacebuilding efforts in divided or post-conflict communities. With experience spanning legal, intergovernmental, nonprofit and civil society sectors, Dr. Hagopjian remains actively engaged in global conversations on justice, accountability, and human dignity.

Key Topics
  • Armenia-EU RelationsArmenia's partnership with the European Union, the CEPA trade agreement, the EU monitoring mission on the border, and prospects for closer integration.
  • Armenia-NATO RelationsArmenia's relationship with NATO, including military exercises, interoperability programs, and the debate over whether deeper ties are feasible or desirable.
  • Armenia Polls & SurveysPublic opinion polling in Armenia on political parties, leaders, foreign policy orientation, and key social issues.
  • Armenian ChurchThe Armenian Apostolic Church's role in national identity, the Pashinyan government's conflict with Etchmiadzin, and the arrest of clergy in 2024–2025.
  • Armenian NewsGroong's weekly round-up of the latest news from Armenia, Artsakh, and the Armenian diaspora, covering politics, society, and international affairs.