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Armenia`s Deputy Foreign Minister discussed energy security and unblocking regional communications with a Pacific Council delegation.Armenia`s Deputy Foreign Minister discussed energy security and unblocking regional communications with a Pacific Council delegation.
Armenian Deputy Prime Ministers discussed bilateral cooperation agenda with the Regional Director of the FARArmenian Deputy Prime Ministers discussed bilateral cooperation agenda with the Regional Director of the FAR
It is necessary to move from providing services to creating our own products and advanced technologies - Tatev AslanyanIt is necessary to move from providing services to creating our own products and advanced technologies - Tatev Aslanyan
From September 28 to October 2, both dollar and ruble transactions were actively conducted on the Armenian Interbank Currency Exchange.From September 28 to October 2, both dollar and ruble transactions were actively conducted on the Armenian Interbank Currency Exchange.
Overchuk: Russia awaits Armenia`s response regarding the restoration of two railway sectionsOverchuk: Russia awaits Armenia`s response regarding the restoration of two railway sections
Pashinyan: We consider it important to continue constructive dialogue to eliminate existing barriers to the export and transit of Armenian products in accordance with EAEU law.Pashinyan: We consider it important to continue constructive dialogue to eliminate existing barriers to the export and transit of Armenian products in accordance with EAEU law.
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission discussed the draft bylaws necessary for the full implementation and use of storage stationsThe Public Utilities Regulatory Commission discussed the draft bylaws necessary for the full implementation and use of storage stations
The second Armenia-Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Economic Forum was held in Lyon.The second Armenia-Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Economic Forum was held in Lyon.
EDB received three ADFIAP awards for sustainable development projects.EDB received three ADFIAP awards for sustainable development projects.
For the first 9 months of 2026, tax revenues to the state budget of Armenia were exceeded by 14.7%For the first 9 months of 2026, tax revenues to the state budget of Armenia were exceeded by 14.7%
Iran and Armenia discussed the development of a transport corridor at the Norduz checkpointIran and Armenia discussed the development of a transport corridor at the Norduz checkpoint
The Ministry of Economy discussed opportunities for cooperation with Fresno in the areas of trade and investment.The Ministry of Economy discussed opportunities for cooperation with Fresno in the areas of trade and investment.
Armenia and Turkmenistan discussed opportunities to expand trade, economic, and investment cooperation.Armenia and Turkmenistan discussed opportunities to expand trade, economic, and investment cooperation.
Team Holding raised approximately $35 million from the capital market following the successful completion of a three-stage corporate bond placement.Team Holding raised approximately $35 million from the capital market following the successful completion of a three-stage corporate bond placement.
In all likelihood, modular stations won`t be enough for us, Pashinyan said.In all likelihood, modular stations won`t be enough for us, Pashinyan said.
The Armenian government has given its approval for the signing of an agreement on the opening of a credit line for Armenia by the French Development AgencyThe Armenian government has given its approval for the signing of an agreement on the opening of a credit line for Armenia by the French Development Agency
An Armenian MP responded to the sharp rise in gasoline prices in the republicAn Armenian MP responded to the sharp rise in gasoline prices in the republic
The RA Minister of Economy presented the priorities of Armenia`s state policy in the economic sphere at TIF 2026The RA Minister of Economy presented the priorities of Armenia`s state policy in the economic sphere at TIF 2026
The temporary ban on cement imports from third countries to Armenia will be liftedThe temporary ban on cement imports from third countries to Armenia will be lifted
The Government of the Republic of Armenia approved the draft law The Government of the Republic of Armenia approved the draft law "On the State Budget for 2027"
The State Property Management Committee and the Water Committee will be removed from the structure of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Armenia and will be subordinated to the Government of the Republic of ArmeniaThe State Property Management Committee and the Water Committee will be removed from the structure of the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure of the Republic of Armenia and will be subordinated to the Government of the Republic of Armenia
Nikol Pashinyan. Football is becoming one of the areas of economic development in ArmeniaNikol Pashinyan. Football is becoming one of the areas of economic development in Armenia
Armenia plans to draft a draft regulation for the AI sectorArmenia plans to draft a draft regulation for the AI sector
The list of goods temporarily banned from import into Armenia will be revisedThe list of goods temporarily banned from import into Armenia will be revised
In Armenia, realtors are required to pass an exam and obtain a professional certificate to legally conduct brokerage activitiesIn Armenia, realtors are required to pass an exam and obtain a professional certificate to legally conduct brokerage activities
RA Prime Minister: August saw a new historical record for the number of income-generating jobsRA Prime Minister: August saw a new historical record for the number of income-generating jobs
The RA government will allocate 4.069 billion drams for the modernization of a number of roadsThe RA government will allocate 4.069 billion drams for the modernization of a number of roads
State Revenue Committee: In January-August, taxes and duties collected in Armenia amounted to 257.8 billion drams more than in the same period in 2025.State Revenue Committee: In January-August, taxes and duties collected in Armenia amounted to 257.8 billion drams more than in the same period in 2025.
Breeding heifers were imported from Germany to Armenia for the first time by airBreeding heifers were imported from Germany to Armenia for the first time by air
Armenia`s position in the Global Innovation Index remains unchangedArmenia`s position in the Global Innovation Index remains unchanged
EBRD Head of Armenia: Human capital is a huge privilege that Armenia hasEBRD Head of Armenia: Human capital is a huge privilege that Armenia has
Armenia`s gross international reserves continue to set a new record month after month, exceeding $6.5 billion by September 2026.Armenia`s gross international reserves continue to set a new record month after month, exceeding $6.5 billion by September 2026.
Tigran Gasparyan: The biggest challenge is to properly utilize the GPU`s capabilitiesTigran Gasparyan: The biggest challenge is to properly utilize the GPU`s capabilities
Ameriabank named Most Innovative Digital Bank in Armenia, alongside 9 Global Finance Digital Banking AwardsAmeriabank named Most Innovative Digital Bank in Armenia, alongside 9 Global Finance Digital Banking Awards
FLYONE ARMENIA acquires two new Airbus A321neo aircraftFLYONE ARMENIA acquires two new Airbus A321neo aircraft
The new investment law should contain incentives for investors, according to the Deputy Minister of Economy.The new investment law should contain incentives for investors, according to the Deputy Minister of Economy.
Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia: The banking sector in the investment segment still does not have a developed cultureDeputy Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia: The banking sector in the investment segment still does not have a developed culture
At the meeting of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission, a decision was made to establish new requirements for the publication of the power factor of electricity in the power system.At the meeting of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission, a decision was made to establish new requirements for the publication of the power factor of electricity in the power system.
The Central Bank presented the results of the The Central Bank presented the results of the "Armenia Climate Risk Maps" project.
"The Boss Ordered an Urgent Money Transfer": IDBank Warns of Employer Impersonation Fraud
Opposition MP Argishti Darbinyan has been elected Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly Committee on Economic AffairsOpposition MP Argishti Darbinyan has been elected Deputy Chairman of the National Assembly Committee on Economic Affairs
Armenia to intensify fight against gray imports of mobile phonesArmenia to intensify fight against gray imports of mobile phones
The French Development Agency may open a €250 million credit line for Armenia for three years.The French Development Agency may open a €250 million credit line for Armenia for three years.
Armenia and Iran are exploring opportunities to deepen cooperation in industrial settlementsArmenia and Iran are exploring opportunities to deepen cooperation in industrial settlements
The Russian President has restricted the export of cash rubles from the country, which will also affect ArmeniaThe Russian President has restricted the export of cash rubles from the country, which will also affect Armenia
The RA Minister of Economy observed the grape procurement process at the Proshyan Brandy FactoryThe RA Minister of Economy observed the grape procurement process at the Proshyan Brandy Factory
The BMC Foundation and the EU are launching the Twinning: Supporting the Implementation of the Universal Health Insurance Reform in Armenia programThe BMC Foundation and the EU are launching the Twinning: Supporting the Implementation of the Universal Health Insurance Reform in Armenia program
Deputy Prime Minister Received the Asian Development Bank’s Resident Representative in ArmeniaDeputy Prime Minister Received the Asian Development Bank’s Resident Representative in Armenia
Likhachev: Rosatom offers Armenia the construction of a new 1 GW nuclear power plantLikhachev: Rosatom offers Armenia the construction of a new 1 GW nuclear power plant
The Central Bank of Armenia launched the annual meeting of the Financial Education Technical Assistance Program (TAIP) on The Central Bank of Armenia launched the annual meeting of the Financial Education Technical Assistance Program (TAIP) on "Strengthening Financial Resilience."
Likhachev: Armenia will decide on the technical design of its new nuclear power plant within the next few monthsLikhachev: Armenia will decide on the technical design of its new nuclear power plant within the next few months
RA Prime Minister: Programs implemented jointly with the IMF contribute to the effective implementation of the Armenian government`s reform programRA Prime Minister: Programs implemented jointly with the IMF contribute to the effective implementation of the Armenian government`s reform program
Armenia and Sweden discussed the possibility of expanding cooperation in a number of areas.Armenia and Sweden discussed the possibility of expanding cooperation in a number of areas.
Pashinyan: The final decision on the new nuclear power plant will be purely economic in nature, taking into account price and qualityPashinyan: The final decision on the new nuclear power plant will be purely economic in nature, taking into account price and quality
Representatives of the Armenian hotel industry presented the industry`s problems to the Minister of Economy.Representatives of the Armenian hotel industry presented the industry`s problems to the Minister of Economy.
Pashinyan: The next stage of the Pashinyan: The next stage of the "State Personnel Bank" program will continue in 2027.
The Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia discussed prospects for deepening cooperation with DANEX representativesThe Deputy Foreign Minister of Armenia discussed prospects for deepening cooperation with DANEX representatives
The State Revenue Committee is implementing a program to raise awareness and support the dental services sectorThe State Revenue Committee is implementing a program to raise awareness and support the dental services sector
The Armenian Parliament discussed the possibility of cooperation with the Danish Business NetworkThe Armenian Parliament discussed the possibility of cooperation with the Danish Business Network
Likhachev: Rosatom is working with Armenia on the Nairit projectLikhachev: Rosatom is working with Armenia on the Nairit project
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