ARDI (Armenian Research & Development Institute) Foundation is a public policy institution based in Yerevan, Armenia. It is an independent policy research institute and a think tank with a core purpose of providing assistance, support, protection and guidance in pursuing the interests of the Republic of Armenia and individuals of Armenian descent in relations with third countries, international public and private organizations in the changing world. Our international team of experts mainly focuses on different aspects of Eurasian Politics & Economy and Regional Development with special focus on Middle East. The research of ARDI is resulted in analytical notes and reports, policy briefs, consulting for private companies, expert commentaries, etc. Another major type of activity is the organization and participation in multilateral discussion platforms (conference, round tables, forums, seminars, etc.). This is a crucial part of the efforts of ARDI towards building trust in region and globally via Track II and Track 1.5 Diplomacy by serving as a bridge for different actors. Moreover, ARDI contributes to the educational modernization in Armenia by providing relevant educational and training programs. ARDI provides in-depth and exclusive analysis and consulting to the decision makers in the region and abroad on the wide range of issues on the Middle East, South Caucasus and Eurasia.