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Digital Architecture for a Sustainable Future: IDBank`s Article in Regional Post Magazine             Digital Architecture for a Sustainable Future: IDBank`s Article in Regional Post Magazine            
First Steps in Your Career with IDBank: 16th Cycle of IDream LaunchedFirst Steps in Your Career with IDBank: 16th Cycle of IDream Launched
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Armenia notes the importance of creating conditions that will enable the effective and responsible use of AI tools for the benefit of the public and private sectors.Armenia notes the importance of creating conditions that will enable the effective and responsible use of AI tools for the benefit of the public and private sectors.
The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed education development and business support with the head of AGFUND.The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed education development and business support with the head of AGFUND.
Sevak Mikaelyan: The country`s banking system`s loan portfolio has already approached 9 trillion drams.Sevak Mikaelyan: The country`s banking system`s loan portfolio has already approached 9 trillion drams.
Participants of the EFSD conference in Astana discussed economic policy priorities in the new cycleParticipants of the EFSD conference in Astana discussed economic policy priorities in the new cycle
EFSD: Increased economic activity will help Armenia respond to demographic challengesEFSD: Increased economic activity will help Armenia respond to demographic challenges
Armenia and Norway expressed interest in expanding economic cooperationArmenia and Norway expressed interest in expanding economic cooperation
Candidate for Member of the Central Bank Council: Possible Changes in Energy Prices Could Seriously Affect Armenia’s Macroeconomic StabilityCandidate for Member of the Central Bank Council: Possible Changes in Energy Prices Could Seriously Affect Armenia’s Macroeconomic Stability
In Armenia, confectionery, semi-finished products, and frozen foods will be included in the list of goods subject to labeling.In Armenia, confectionery, semi-finished products, and frozen foods will be included in the list of goods subject to labeling.
As of January 1, 2027, Armenia`s universal health insurance system will expand to cover more than 350,000 citizensAs of January 1, 2027, Armenia`s universal health insurance system will expand to cover more than 350,000 citizens
Developing a green bond market requires not only cooperation between all players, but also direct government participationDeveloping a green bond market requires not only cooperation between all players, but also direct government participation
Deputy Prime Minister: The railway under the TRIPP project will be built along the same route it used during Soviet timesDeputy Prime Minister: The railway under the TRIPP project will be built along the same route it used during Soviet times
Ministry of Finance: It is too early to say what impact the implementation of the TRIPP project will have on Armenia`s state budget.Ministry of Finance: It is too early to say what impact the implementation of the TRIPP project will have on Armenia`s state budget.
Digital Future and Sustainable Development: IDBank`s Chairman of the Management Board in an Interview with ForbesDigital Future and Sustainable Development: IDBank`s Chairman of the Management Board in an Interview with Forbes
Armenian companies will receive benefits when exporting services to the UAE marketArmenian companies will receive benefits when exporting services to the UAE market
The reporting procedure for public sector organizations will be streamlined in ArmeniaThe reporting procedure for public sector organizations will be streamlined in Armenia
Armenia and Poland discussed the possibility of expanding bilateral cooperation in the customs and tax spheresArmenia and Poland discussed the possibility of expanding bilateral cooperation in the customs and tax spheres
Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Receives ADB Vice PresidentArmenian Deputy Prime Minister Receives ADB Vice President
Idram and IDBank Support Innovative Solutions for Biodiversity Preservation. COP17Idram and IDBank Support Innovative Solutions for Biodiversity Preservation. COP17
Wizz Air has launched a new flight from Armenia to the NetherlandsWizz Air has launched a new flight from Armenia to the Netherlands
The Central Bank of Armenia will increase the countercyclical capital buffer twice in the first half of 2027: from February to 2% and from May to 2.25%The Central Bank of Armenia will increase the countercyclical capital buffer twice in the first half of 2027: from February to 2% and from May to 2.25%
The Armenian delegation took part in the 33rd session of the Coordination Council of Heads of Tax Authorities of the CIS in TajikistanThe Armenian delegation took part in the 33rd session of the Coordination Council of Heads of Tax Authorities of the CIS in Tajikistan
ADB can help Armenia promote exports and expand marketsADB can help Armenia promote exports and expand markets
The Armenian Ambassador attended the inauguration of the US Ambassador for Cyberspace and Digital Policy.The Armenian Ambassador attended the inauguration of the US Ambassador for Cyberspace and Digital Policy.
Armenia highly appreciates the World Bank`s commitment to providing the necessary financial resources to enhance climate resilienceArmenia highly appreciates the World Bank`s commitment to providing the necessary financial resources to enhance climate resilience
The The "Climate Change and Women" Award Ceremony Took Place at COP17: Idram and IDBank
Armenia’s banking system increased payments to the state treasury by 13.7% over nine months.Armenia’s banking system increased payments to the state treasury by 13.7% over nine months.
Armenian telecom operators paid $91.1 million into the state budget over the first nine months of 2026.Armenian telecom operators paid $91.1 million into the state budget over the first nine months of 2026.
Possible prospects for cooperation between Armenia and DEKRA discussed in YerevanPossible prospects for cooperation between Armenia and DEKRA discussed in Yerevan
Armenia’s SRC Chief Meets U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of StateArmenia’s SRC Chief Meets U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State
In Armenia, the industrial price index has increased significantlyIn Armenia, the industrial price index has increased significantly
The State Revenue Committee reminds that the deadline for filing declarations for the 2025 reporting year is November 1, 2026The State Revenue Committee reminds that the deadline for filing declarations for the 2025 reporting year is November 1, 2026
Economic activity in Armenia slowed to 6.9% in January-September 2026, but foreign trade returned to growthEconomic activity in Armenia slowed to 6.9% in January-September 2026, but foreign trade returned to growth
Badalyan: Omani business are showing interest in Armenian agricultural productsBadalyan: Omani business are showing interest in Armenian agricultural products
China sees opportunities for cooperation with Armenia in the fields of agriculture, science and technology, etc.China sees opportunities for cooperation with Armenia in the fields of agriculture, science and technology, etc.
Armenia`s top 5 taxpayers paid $686.4 million to the state treasury in the first nine months of the year, with a 24% year-on-year increase. ZMMK, Ardshinbank, and Gazprom Armenia topped the listArmenia`s top 5 taxpayers paid $686.4 million to the state treasury in the first nine months of the year, with a 24% year-on-year increase. ZMMK, Ardshinbank, and Gazprom Armenia topped the list
Compared to 2018, state funding for R&D in Armenia has increased almost 2.8 timesCompared to 2018, state funding for R&D in Armenia has increased almost 2.8 times
At a meeting of the State Investment Committee, a number of projects in the areas of water management, road infrastructure, rescue services, and digitalization were approvedAt a meeting of the State Investment Committee, a number of projects in the areas of water management, road infrastructure, rescue services, and digitalization were approved
On the Armenian interbank currency market from October 19 to 23, dollar transactions remained on the rise, while ruble transactions began to declineOn the Armenian interbank currency market from October 19 to 23, dollar transactions remained on the rise, while ruble transactions began to decline
A DFC senior policy officer visited Yerevan to develop a portfolio of potential investment projects in ArmeniaA DFC senior policy officer visited Yerevan to develop a portfolio of potential investment projects in Armenia
David Khudatyan: More than half of the construction work on the 32-kilometer Kajaran-Agarak section has been completedDavid Khudatyan: More than half of the construction work on the 32-kilometer Kajaran-Agarak section has been completed
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and its partners will create a new direct investment fund for Central Asian countries.The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and its partners will create a new direct investment fund for Central Asian countries.
Armenia and Brazil discussed cooperation in winemaking and viticulture.Armenia and Brazil discussed cooperation in winemaking and viticulture.
The US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State was received at the Ministry of Regional Development. The discussions focused on the construction of a new nuclear power unit.The US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State was received at the Ministry of Regional Development. The discussions focused on the construction of a new nuclear power unit.
I IDBank: Investing in a Greener Future — Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for a Biodiversity Park Near the MatenadaranI IDBank: Investing in a Greener Future — Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for a Biodiversity Park Near the Matenadaran
The Ministry of Regional Development introduced the acting director of the company managing the project to build a new nuclear power unit.The Ministry of Regional Development introduced the acting director of the company managing the project to build a new nuclear power unit.
Assessment: The economic consequences of leaving the EAEU will be catastrophic for ArmeniaAssessment: The economic consequences of leaving the EAEU will be catastrophic for Armenia
Armenia has been named one of the world`s top tourist destinations by National GeographicArmenia has been named one of the world`s top tourist destinations by National Geographic
64 heads of Fleckvieh cattle arrived in Armenia from Austria64 heads of Fleckvieh cattle arrived in Armenia from Austria
Mirzoyan: Armenia will present its position on the report on EAEU membership after a detailed studyMirzoyan: Armenia will present its position on the report on EAEU membership after a detailed study
Armenia will participate in the international defense and security exhibition IDEX 2027.Armenia will participate in the international defense and security exhibition IDEX 2027.
David Kazinyan: The Armenian government offered $400,000 for the ESA, with its value up to $1 billion.David Kazinyan: The Armenian government offered $400,000 for the ESA, with its value up to $1 billion.
The Ministry of Economy is preparing a new program to facilitate cargo transportationThe Ministry of Economy is preparing a new program to facilitate cargo transportation
Papoyan: Exports of goods of Armenian origin to the UAE reached $130 million, an increase of 30%.Papoyan: Exports of goods of Armenian origin to the UAE reached $130 million, an increase of 30%.
The Minister of Economy believes that the negative impact of Armenia`s withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union will be small.The Minister of Economy believes that the negative impact of Armenia`s withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union will be small.
Kopyrkin inspected the operations of the agro-industrial complex in Lori, built with support from the EDBKopyrkin inspected the operations of the agro-industrial complex in Lori, built with support from the EDB
The Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration of Armenia discussed possible areas of cooperation with UNOPS representatives.The Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration of Armenia discussed possible areas of cooperation with UNOPS representatives.
The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed funding for priority projects with the French Ambassador.The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed funding for priority projects with the French Ambassador.
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The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed education development and business support with the head of AGFUND.
 Thursday, October 29 2026 17:36

ArmInfo. Armenian Finance Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan received a delegation led by Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal Al Saud, Chairman of the Gulf Cooperation Fund for Development (AGFUND) and the Prince Talal International Award Committee.

The Armenian Minister of Finance discussed education development and business support with the head of AGFUND.
 Thursday, October 29 2026 17:36

ArmInfo. Armenian Finance Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan received a delegation led by Prince Abdulaziz bin Talal Al Saud, Chairman of the Gulf Cooperation Fund for Development (AGFUND) and the Prince Talal International Award Committee.

Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Receives ADB Vice President
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 11:18

ArmInfo. Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received a delegation led by Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice President Vempi Saputra.

Armenia and Poland discussed the possibility of expanding bilateral cooperation in the customs and tax spheres
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 11:57

ArmInfo. Armenia and Poland discussed opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation and exchange experience in customs and tax matters. This was reported by the press service of the State Revenue Committee (SRC), citing the results of a meeting at the Committee with Bartosz Gruszecki, accredited representative of the Polish Minister of Finance for customs and tax cooperation.

Developing a green bond market requires not only cooperation between all players, but also direct government participation
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 23:04

ArmInfo. Without a comprehensive approach, the development of a sustainable capital market is impossible. Shushanik Hovsepyan, Head of Capital Markets at Ameriabank, expressed this opinion in an interview with journalists on the sidelines of an event dedicated to the potential of capital markets in financing environmental and climate initiatives, which was held as part of COP17 at the initiative of the Armenian Securities Exchange and the UN Exchanges for Sustainable Development Initiative. (UN SSE).

Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Receives ADB Vice President
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 11:18

ArmInfo. Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received a delegation led by Asian Development Bank (ADB) Vice President Vempi Saputra.

Armenia and Poland discussed the possibility of expanding bilateral cooperation in the customs and tax spheres
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 11:57

ArmInfo. Armenia and Poland discussed opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation and exchange experience in customs and tax matters. This was reported by the press service of the State Revenue Committee (SRC), citing the results of a meeting at the Committee with Bartosz Gruszecki, accredited representative of the Polish Minister of Finance for customs and tax cooperation.

Developing a green bond market requires not only cooperation between all players, but also direct government participation
 Wednesday, October 28 2026 23:04

ArmInfo. Without a comprehensive approach, the development of a sustainable capital market is impossible. Shushanik Hovsepyan, Head of Capital Markets at Ameriabank, expressed this opinion in an interview with journalists on the sidelines of an event dedicated to the potential of capital markets in financing environmental and climate initiatives, which was held as part of COP17 at the initiative of the Armenian Securities Exchange and the UN Exchanges for Sustainable Development Initiative. (UN SSE).

Wizz Air has launched a new flight from Armenia to the Netherlands
 Tuesday, October 27 2026 12:14

ArmInfo. Wizz Air began operating direct flights from Armenia to the Netherlands on October 26th of this year.

Wizz Air has launched a new flight from Armenia to the Netherlands
 Tuesday, October 27 2026 12:14

ArmInfo. Wizz Air began operating direct flights from Armenia to the Netherlands on October 26th of this year.

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Expert: Azerbaijan, having its own gas, is seeking to buy Russian gas for economic reasons, while Armenia, lacking an alternative, is considering abandoning itExpert: Azerbaijan, having its own gas, is seeking to buy Russian gas for economic reasons, while Armenia, lacking an alternative, is considering abandoning it
Expert: Turkey is gradually increasing its energy influence in the South Caucasus, increasingly intersecting with the interests of Russia and IranExpert: Turkey is gradually increasing its energy influence in the South Caucasus, increasingly intersecting with the interests of Russia and Iran
Politician: The development of Amulsar is turning Armenia into a raw materials appendage of the global economyPolitician: The development of Amulsar is turning Armenia into a raw materials appendage of the global economy
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