The solemn ceremony honoring Dikran Izmirlian with the Order of the Motherland took place at the presidential residence of the Republic of Armenia, attended by the state’s leadership. 

President Vahagn Khachaturyan bestowed the Order upon Sarkis Izmirlian, son of Dikran Izmirlian. In his remarks, the President highlighted the significant contribution of the Izmirlian family to the preservation of Armenian nation, education, healthcare, and numerous other vital sectors of the state.

“It will take us a very long time to list the programs and initiatives implemented by the Izmirlian Foundation since 1990, which are evidence of the mentioned. The Armenian people have already highly appreciated the patriotic activities of the Izmirlian family, honoring them with their warm and undeniable love and respect. But at the same time, our state and we, the state officials, have a special duty to pay tribute, appreciate and reward great friends and dignified sons of our country and nation,” noted the President.

The Order of the Motherland is bestowed upon individuals who have been recognized with the esteemed title of "National Hero of Armenia."