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Mexico and the United States are the main suppliers of cars to ArmeniaMexico and the United States are the main suppliers of cars to Armenia
The EU gives the green light to imports of products from ArmeniaThe EU gives the green light to imports of products from Armenia
TOUR EXPO 2026: Yerevan to Host International Tourism, Travel, and Hospitality ExhibitionTOUR EXPO 2026: Yerevan to Host International Tourism, Travel, and Hospitality Exhibition
Gevork Papoyan has a new deputy, he is an Oxford graduateGevork Papoyan has a new deputy, he is an Oxford graduate
Anushik Avetyan appointed Chairperson of the RA Tourism CommitteeAnushik Avetyan appointed Chairperson of the RA Tourism Committee
The volume of foreign trade rail freight traffic between Russia and Armenia increased by 63.4%, according to the Russian Ministry of TransportThe volume of foreign trade rail freight traffic between Russia and Armenia increased by 63.4%, according to the Russian Ministry of Transport
Registration Open for the Second Investment and Financial Forum of Armenia 2026Registration Open for the Second Investment and Financial Forum of Armenia 2026
Representatives of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant and the Slovenian Electric Power Company note the importance of exchanging experience and best practicesRepresentatives of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant and the Slovenian Electric Power Company note the importance of exchanging experience and best practices
Russia and Iran are the main importers of natural gas to Armenia.Russia and Iran are the main importers of natural gas to Armenia.
Russia`s Transport Minister: Armenia is not formally refusing anything regarding the concession issue.Russia`s Transport Minister: Armenia is not formally refusing anything regarding the concession issue.
In 2025, aluminum foil exports from Armenia decreased by 5.2%, while customs value increased by 20.8%.In 2025, aluminum foil exports from Armenia decreased by 5.2%, while customs value increased by 20.8%.
Dismantling of the Main Post Office building has begun on Saryan StreetDismantling of the Main Post Office building has begun on Saryan Street
The Russian Federation is very scrupulous about fulfilling all the conditions of the concession for Armenian railways.The Russian Federation is very scrupulous about fulfilling all the conditions of the concession for Armenian railways.
In 2025, Armenia increased its import of petroleum products, expanding its supply marketsIn 2025, Armenia increased its import of petroleum products, expanding its supply markets
Bulgarian airline GullivAir will launch a regular direct flight on the Sofia-Yerevan-Sofia routeBulgarian airline GullivAir will launch a regular direct flight on the Sofia-Yerevan-Sofia route
Armenia has reduced sugar imports, with Brazil and Russia remaining its main suppliers.Armenia has reduced sugar imports, with Brazil and Russia remaining its main suppliers.
Armenia has significantly reduced its diamond exports and imports.Armenia has significantly reduced its diamond exports and imports.
Gold exports and imports, after a multiple increase in 2024, decreased by 82.2-75.7% in 2025Gold exports and imports, after a multiple increase in 2024, decreased by 82.2-75.7% in 2025
Dollarization rate of demand deposits up since May 2026, while  declining in loans and term depositsDollarization rate of demand deposits up since May 2026, while  declining in loans and term deposits
RA premier highlights need to develop trade and economic cooperation  between Armenia and TajikistanRA premier highlights need to develop trade and economic cooperation  between Armenia and Tajikistan
Armenia`s gross international reserves reach new record high of  $6.189bln by August 2026Armenia`s gross international reserves reach new record high of  $6.189bln by August 2026
Over 200 teenagers from 15 countries participate in annual TUMO camp  with Team support Over 200 teenagers from 15 countries participate in annual TUMO camp  with Team support 
Lydian Armenia to allocate over $100mln to communities affected by  Amulsar gold mine development programLydian Armenia to allocate over $100mln to communities affected by  Amulsar gold mine development program
EDB expects strong economic activity in Armenia to continue in 2026,  driven by domestic sources of growthEDB expects strong economic activity in Armenia to continue in 2026,  driven by domestic sources of growth
Tehran calls for removal of all obstacles to transit of goods and  people through Nurduz border crossing on Iranian-Armenian borderTehran calls for removal of all obstacles to transit of goods and  people through Nurduz border crossing on Iranian-Armenian border
RA  Minister of Economy highlights importance of diplomatic missions`  active participation in advancing economic diplomacy agendaRA  Minister of Economy highlights importance of diplomatic missions`  active participation in advancing economic diplomacy agenda
Salary Is More Than Just Income: How to Turn It into a Financial Tool. IDBankSalary Is More Than Just Income: How to Turn It into a Financial Tool. IDBank
On the Armenian interbank currency market from August 24 to 28, a decline in dollar transactions was accompanied by an increase in euro and ruble transactions.On the Armenian interbank currency market from August 24 to 28, a decline in dollar transactions was accompanied by an increase in euro and ruble transactions.
Expert: Armenian authorities consider imports from Azerbaijan as  alternative to developing domestic generationExpert: Armenian authorities consider imports from Azerbaijan as  alternative to developing domestic generation
Leading volume of transfers comes to Armenia from Russia, while they  flow out to US and UAELeading volume of transfers comes to Armenia from Russia, while they  flow out to US and UAE
David Khudatyan to participate in international maritime forum in  BatumiDavid Khudatyan to participate in international maritime forum in  Batumi
RA vice-premier, Minister of the Eurasian Economic Commission discuss  work to remove technical barriersRA vice-premier, Minister of the Eurasian Economic Commission discuss  work to remove technical barriers
 In Armenia, non-cash card transactions reached $6.3 billion in first  half of 2026, 61% of total In Armenia, non-cash card transactions reached $6.3 billion in first  half of 2026, 61% of total
Construction of second tunnel bypassing Meghri continues in ArmeniaConstruction of second tunnel bypassing Meghri continues in Armenia
Armenian export volumes continue to decline: LUYS FoundationArmenian export volumes continue to decline: LUYS Foundation
Expert: Armenia will lose up to 25-27% of its exports if it withdraws from free trade agreements with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).Expert: Armenia will lose up to 25-27% of its exports if it withdraws from free trade agreements with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
No written offers from investors willing to pay $400 million for  railway concession now - RA premier No written offers from investors willing to pay $400 million for  railway concession now - RA premier 
Armenia plans to export up to 40 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables  per week to UAEArmenia plans to export up to 40 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables  per week to UAE
 RA Prime Minister: Armenia needs to launch renovation program for old  housing as soon as possible RA Prime Minister: Armenia needs to launch renovation program for old  housing as soon as possible
RA Government to allocate AMD 67.456mln for renovation of Probation  Service`s basementRA Government to allocate AMD 67.456mln for renovation of Probation  Service`s basement
By July 2026, the number of vPOS terminals in Armenia reached 6,300,  and half-year online transaction volume approached $4bln By July 2026, the number of vPOS terminals in Armenia reached 6,300,  and half-year online transaction volume approached $4bln 
AMD 1.174bln to be allocated to co-finance construction of various  road sections of North-South Transport CorridorAMD 1.174bln to be allocated to co-finance construction of various  road sections of North-South Transport Corridor
AMD 1.256bln to be allocated for implementation of subvention  programs in ArmeniaAMD 1.256bln to be allocated for implementation of subvention  programs in Armenia
Holding company AGE S.A. announces an agreement with Dhabi Group to acquire Terabank and The Biltmore Tbilisi hotel in Georgia.Holding company AGE S.A. announces an agreement with Dhabi Group to acquire Terabank and The Biltmore Tbilisi hotel in Georgia.
Potential for Armenian products to enter Dutch and Benelux markets  discussed in YerevanPotential for Armenian products to enter Dutch and Benelux markets  discussed in Yerevan
RA Minister of Economy attends opening ceremony of modern greenhouse  complex for growing tomatoes, Agro PromRA Minister of Economy attends opening ceremony of modern greenhouse  complex for growing tomatoes, Agro Prom
Construction of a second bridge on Armenian-Iranian border discuss in  YerevanConstruction of a second bridge on Armenian-Iranian border discuss in  Yerevan
"The Last Ticket": IDBank Warns Against Fraud Involving Concert and Festival Tickets
4.8mln microprocessor cards with NFC chips, accounting for 87% of  total, in Armenia 4.8mln microprocessor cards with NFC chips, accounting for 87% of  total, in Armenia 
SRC: Key performance indicators improved in furniture manufacturing  due to tax discipline enhancement programSRC: Key performance indicators improved in furniture manufacturing  due to tax discipline enhancement program
 Industrial sector shows growth, spurring increase in industrial price  index Industrial sector shows growth, spurring increase in industrial price  index
“VMF Vanadzor Half Marathon 2026” Held with the Support of Idram and IDBank“VMF Vanadzor Half Marathon 2026” Held with the Support of Idram and IDBank
Political scientist: A new dependence has begun to form around Armenia under the guise of regional integrationPolitical scientist: A new dependence has begun to form around Armenia under the guise of regional integration
Armenia`s state budget revenues increased by 14.9% or 247.3 billion drams.Armenia`s state budget revenues increased by 14.9% or 247.3 billion drams.
In Armenia, economic activity growth accelerated from 7.1% to 7.7% in  January-July 2026, while foreign trade increasedIn Armenia, economic activity growth accelerated from 7.1% to 7.7% in  January-July 2026, while foreign trade increased
Armenian, Azerbaijani energy workers meet in LachinArmenian, Azerbaijani energy workers meet in Lachin
Papoyan: High-level political dialogue between Armenia and Iran must  translate into more tangible economic resultsPapoyan: High-level political dialogue between Armenia and Iran must  translate into more tangible economic results
 Ardshinbank, one of Armenia`s largest banks, is interested in  acquiring TeraBank - NBG Ardshinbank, one of Armenia`s largest banks, is interested in  acquiring TeraBank - NBG
The Armenian Ambassador reviewed the activities of the Technopark of the Georgian Agency for Innovation and TechnologyThe Armenian Ambassador reviewed the activities of the Technopark of the Georgian Agency for Innovation and Technology
S&P Global Ratings confirms Armenia`s sovereign ratings at `BB-/B`  with a positive outlook, expecting GDP growth of 4.9-5.1% in  2026-2027S&P Global Ratings confirms Armenia`s sovereign ratings at `BB-/B`  with a positive outlook, expecting GDP growth of 4.9-5.1% in  2026-2027
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The EU gives the green light to imports of products from Armenia

 Wednesday, September 2 2026
The EU gives the green light to imports of products from Armenia

ArmInfo. On September 2, the EU Council decided to introduce temporary measures to liberalize trade in Armenian products to support the Armenian economy following recent trade restrictions imposed by Russia, the EU said in a statement.

Economy

TOUR EXPO 2026: Yerevan to Host International Tourism, Travel, and Hospitality Exhibition

ArmInfo. The international tourism, travel, and hospitality exhibition TOUR EXPO 2026 will be held in Yerevan. The event will bring together tourism industry representatives from around the world, including tour operators, airlines, hotels, resorts, and other industry companies, at the Yerevan Railway Station.

Gevork Papoyan has a new deputy, he is an Oxford graduate

ArmInfo. By decision of RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Levon Movsisyan has been appointed Deputy Minister of Economy of the Republic of Armenia.

Anushik Avetyan appointed Chairperson of the RA Tourism Committee
The volume of foreign trade rail freight traffic between Russia and Armenia increased by 63.4%, according to the Russian Ministry of Transport

Finance and banks

Registration Open for the Second Investment and Financial Forum of Armenia 2026

ArmInfo. Registration is now open for Armenia’s Second Investment and Financial Forum. The forum, titled “The Moment of Opportunity: Armenia in the New Architecture of Global Markets,” will take place on September 30, 2026, at Dvin Music Hall in Yerevan.

Dollarization rate of demand deposits up since May 2026, while  declining in loans and term deposits

ArmInfo. In Armenia, the dollarization rate of demand deposits has increased since May 2026, from 36.8% to 42.3% in July, while continuing to decrease in loans and term deposits, with the dram component remaining dominant in these portfolios. This is evidenced by data from the Central Bank of  Armenia, calculated based on indicators of banks and credit companies.

Armenia`s gross international reserves reach new record high of  $6.189bln by August 2026
Salary Is More Than Just Income: How to Turn It into a Financial Tool. IDBank

Insurance

ArmInfo FinRating: MTPL premiums continue to rise, while health  insurance premiums decline

ArmInfo.  MTPL premiums continue to rise, while health insurance premiums are declining.

Health  Minister  discusses procedures for including employees with  incomes under AMD 200,000 in health insurance system

ArmInfo. On August 21, RA Minister of Health Anahit Avanesyan met with employers to discuss procedures for integrating employees earning under 200,000 drams into the  universal health insurance system.

Government discusses scenarios for including citizens earning up to  200,000 drams into universal health insurance system
Agricultural insurance is gaining momentum in Armenia
Statistics

Mexico and the United States are the main suppliers of cars to Armenia

ArmInfo. Armenia increased its automobile imports by 56.6% in 2025 (compared to a 63% decline in 2024) to 50,300 units. The customs value increased by 25.4% to $652.3 million, according to data from the RA Customs Service.

In 2025, aluminum foil exports from Armenia decreased by 5.2%, while customs value increased by 20.8%.

ArmInfo. In 2025, Armenia reduced aluminum foil exports by 5.2% (compared to a 20% decline in 2024), reaching 19.2 thousand tons. Meanwhile, the customs value of exported aluminum foil increased by 20.8% to $82.8 million.

In 2025, Armenia increased its import of petroleum products, expanding its supply markets
Industrial sector shows growth, spurring increase in industrial price  index
Digest

Georgia launches major reconstruction of key route connecting Armenia  to Russia

ArmInfo.  A large-scale reconstruction is underway in the Stepantsminda area to rebuild one  of the most challenging sections of the highway leading to the  Russian border. The project goes beyond standard repairs, as the  Stepantsminda-Gveleti section is effectively being built from  scratch, according to Georgia Online.

Armenia is restoring railways to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan - pravda.ru

ArmInfo. Armenia has begun restoring the Gyumri-Akhurik and Yeraskh railway sections to ensure transport access to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan.

Demand for apartments in Armenia from Russians has risen – Verstka
There are already 402 transport projects worth $345 billion in the Eurasian transport framework

Energy

Representatives of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant and the Slovenian Electric Power Company note the importance of exchanging experience and best practices

ArmInfo. From August 31 to September 1, 2026, a delegation from the Slovak company "Slovenske elektrarne" (Slovenian Electric Power Company), led by Branislav Stryček, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors, visited the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP). This was reported by the ANPP press service.

Russia and Iran are the main importers of natural gas to Armenia.

ArmInfo. In 2025, Armenia slightly reduced its natural gas imports by 0.8% (versus a 0.1% increase the year before) to 2,706,771.9 cubic meters, with a 0.5% decrease in customs value to $470 million. According to data from the RA Customs Service, Russia and Iran were Armenia's main import markets during the reporting year.

Expert: Armenian authorities consider imports from Azerbaijan as  alternative to developing domestic generation
Armenian, Azerbaijani energy workers meet in Lachin

Technology

Over 200 teenagers from 15 countries participate in annual TUMO camp  with Team support 

ArmInfo.TUMO Camp 2026 was held in Armenia with the support of Team Telecom Armenia.

The Armenian Ambassador reviewed the activities of the Technopark of the Georgian Agency for Innovation and Technology

ArmInfo. Armenian Ambassador to Georgia Ashot Smbatyan visited the Technopark of the Georgian Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA), where he met with the agency's director, Avtandil Kasradze.

The U.S. shares its experience in AI application and automation with  Armenia
Rwanda interested in expanding technological cooperation with Armenia
Real estate

Apartment prices on the rise across Armenia, with regional markets  leading the surge

ArmInfo.During the first half of 2026, the average market price for multi-apartment housing in Yerevan grew by 9.1% year-on-year—a sharp acceleration compared to the modest 0.9% growth recorded during the same period last year—reaching an average of 505,900 drams per square meter.

Government decision: Real estate mortgage transactions to be  conducted online and without a notary

ArmInfo.  The Real Estate Cadastre Committee is expanding its verification capabilities for  real estate transactions. During a government session  on July 23,  Committee Chairman Suren Tovmasyan presented the draft  enabling  tripartite agreements to be concluded online for primary market  mortgage financing between a developer, a buyer, and a bank or  mortgage company licensed by the Central Bank.

Armenia wants to fully clarify Real Estate Cadastre by January 1,  2030
Armenia dealing with errors in property rights registration
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