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Hrach Kalsahakian

Program: Master of Arts in Global African Studies
Specialization: Afro-Arab Relations
Contact Email: 10024@gsu.ac.ae

 

Hrach Kalsahakian is a Master of Arts student in Global African Studies at The Africa Institute, Global Studies University, specializing in Afro-Arab Relations, from Armenia. Coming from a family with deep roots in Arab countries, Hrach has long been shaped by Arabic culture and history. His research has explored Arab-Armenian and Arab-Greek relations, and he is now expanding his focus to Arab-African relations to examine Arab influence across a broader regional and historical context.

Academic Background

  • M.Sc., International Human Resource Management, University of Liverpool, UK
  • B.Sc., Tourism Management, University of Patras, Greece

Professional Experience

  • Middle East Manager, Cyprus Tourism
  • Administrative Officer, Embassy of Greece, UAE
  • Member, Arab Writers’ Union
  • Member, Arab Professional Translators’ Society
  • Founder, Azad-Hye Armenian NGO

Publications & Contributions

  • 2014, Armenian Cultural Association of Abu Dhabi: History and assessment of activities in United Arab Emirates 
  • 2003, Introduction to Learning Armenian Language
  • 2001, Translation: Studies in the History and Culture of the East by Ambassador Arshak Poladian 
  • 1998, Translation: Life on the Old Roman Road by Vahan Totovents 
  • 1987, Translation: Men Without Childhood by Antranig Dzarugian 

In Their Own Words

“Engaging seminars, inspiring conferences, and the guidance of leading scholars have transformed my curiosity into a meaningful academic journey. The diverse perspectives of faculty and students have broadened my understanding, while the university’s supportive and dynamic environment has allowed me to pursue my research on Arab-Afro relations with confidence and rigor.”

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