Food for thought

Thoughts, impulses and perspectives between law, culture and politics.

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In all fairness – here you will find articles by and with Arlette Zakarian. Political and legal topics that should not only be heard, but also understood.

Whether legal analysis or political stance, interview or commentary – here, topics are negotiated that lie between law, society and international understanding. Arlette Zakarian contributes her perspective as a lawyer, mediator and observer: pointed, international, holistic.

2025

  • /18.09./

    When international law becomes a weapon of geopolitical interests.

    In her current article in Die Presse, Arlette addresses the question of how international law is increasingly selectively interpreted and used.

  • /03.06./

    As an expert at the OSCE Supplementary Human Dimension Meeting.

    Arlette participated as an expert of Armenian civil society at the OSCE on the topic of "Inclusion as a way to promote tolerance and non-discrimination."

  • /21.04./

    The Alliance Of Her. Strong Women. Strong Stories. Strong Program.

    The Alliance Of Her is Europe's leading platform, committed to enabling women in political life to lead, succeed, endure, and thrive.

  • /12.03./

    The first Edward Zakarian Prize was awarded to researcher Dr. Olivia Ramble.

    The promising researcher received the prize for her dissertation, in which she expresses her passion for Iran.

  • /19.02./

    As an expert at the fifth “Vienna Process Conference” for a democratic Afghanistan.

    The conference, which took place in Vienna in February 2025, marked a crucial moment in efforts to secure a peaceful and democratic future for Afghanistan.

2024

  • /23.09./

    Arlette Zakarian: The only Austrian abroad on the ballot.

    The lawyer has lived in five countries and speaks six languages. She seeks a reform of citizenship law.

  • /09.09./

    Arlette Zakarian, an Austrian abroad, at the NEOS Summer Talks.

    Arlette discusses her strong advocacy for dual citizenship and what it was and is like for her to grow up, live, and work in Austria and France, and where she believes the greatest differences lie.

  • /06.07./

    I am (also) from Austria! – A commentary by Arlette Zakarian and Veit Dengler.

    More than 600,000 Austrians have their center of life abroad. They make a valuable contribution to our country – but are treated poorly.

  • /01.02./

    Attorney at Law Appointed as New Spokesperson for NEOS “Tenth” Regional Group.

    The team operating under the name NEOS X represents the interests of approximately 600,000 Austrians living abroad.

2023, 2022

  • /11.04./

    Brave New World of Work

    The pandemic and demographics are reshaping our working world. Following home office, buzzwords like Remote Work, New Work, or Workation are now making the rounds.

  • /07.10./

    Good Dictator – Bad Dictator?

    Even if a 'civilian mission' is now intended to mediate between Armenia and Azerbaijan: The European Union must face the accusation of double standards.

  • /11.04./

    Guest on “Brandstätter fragt nach”

    The Austrian politician & journalist Helmut Brandstätter interviews lawyer Arlette Zakarian, who works in Strasbourg and also represents NEOS there, about her view on the presidential elections in France.

  • /29.01./

    Featured on Austrian Voices – the podcast for expatriate Austrians.

    In addition to women's rights and international criminal law, Arlette's professional interests include combating corruption. And this is precisely what is partly the subject of this conversation. Further topics: international law, dual citizenship.