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Construction of the Kars-Igdir-Aralyk railway line continues in TurkeyConstruction of the Kars-Igdir-Aralyk railway line continues in Turkey
Luys Foundation: Armenia, instead of becoming a center of excellence in tourism, continues to lose ground in the tourism sectorLuys Foundation: Armenia, instead of becoming a center of excellence in tourism, continues to lose ground in the tourism sector
A technical meeting between Armenia and Azerbaijan within the framework of TRIPP was held in GorisA technical meeting between Armenia and Azerbaijan within the framework of TRIPP was held in Goris
Armenia presented its national pavilion for the first time at the Fruit Attraction international exhibition in Madrid – Ministry of EconomyArmenia presented its national pavilion for the first time at the Fruit Attraction international exhibition in Madrid – Ministry of Economy
State Revenue Committee officers uncovered a case of mining without a subsoil use permit.State Revenue Committee officers uncovered a case of mining without a subsoil use permit.
Armenia`s trade sector is approaching stagnation.Armenia`s trade sector is approaching stagnation.
“The Golden Hour”: IDBank explains how to respond effectively to a scam attack“The Golden Hour”: IDBank explains how to respond effectively to a scam attack
Cargo transportation in Armenia increased by 6.9% in the first 8 months of 2026, while passenger transportation increased by 12.9%.Cargo transportation in Armenia increased by 6.9% in the first 8 months of 2026, while passenger transportation increased by 12.9%.
Cigarette production in Armenia has begun to decline.Cigarette production in Armenia has begun to decline.
The Armenian Foreign Ministry received a business delegation from Belgium.The Armenian Foreign Ministry received a business delegation from Belgium.
38.2 million drams will be allocated for the organization of two Armenian pavilions in Turkmenistan.38.2 million drams will be allocated for the organization of two Armenian pavilions in Turkmenistan.
BACEE International Conference Kicks Off with Converse Bank as Lead Sponsor BACEE International Conference Kicks Off with Converse Bank as Lead Sponsor 
Prime Minister: The head of Russian Railways will visit Yerevan next weekPrime Minister: The head of Russian Railways will visit Yerevan next week
Production of wine, cognac, beer and soft drinks in Armenia is growing at double-digit rates.Production of wine, cognac, beer and soft drinks in Armenia is growing at double-digit rates.
Electricity generation in Armenia increased by 8% per annum in January-August 2026Electricity generation in Armenia increased by 8% per annum in January-August 2026
Armenia`s industrial sector experienced growth in January-August 2026Armenia`s industrial sector experienced growth in January-August 2026
Armenia will undergo a large-scale digital transformation of the judicial systemArmenia will undergo a large-scale digital transformation of the judicial system
An additional 500 million drams will be allocated to implement the state program supporting families with children in purchasing housingAn additional 500 million drams will be allocated to implement the state program supporting families with children in purchasing housing
In Armenia, the absolute figure for natural population growth increased by 11.9% over the yearIn Armenia, the absolute figure for natural population growth increased by 11.9% over the year
8.9 billion drams will be allocated for medium-term road repairs.8.9 billion drams will be allocated for medium-term road repairs.
An additional 1.153 billion drams will be allocated to continue the co-financing program for subsidy projects.An additional 1.153 billion drams will be allocated to continue the co-financing program for subsidy projects.
Rosatom confirms the safety of operating the Armenian NPP until 2031Rosatom confirms the safety of operating the Armenian NPP until 2031
Donate Blood, Save Lives: Idram&IDBankDonate Blood, Save Lives: Idram&IDBank
Head of Armenia`s Ministry of Territorial Administration and Qatari Ambassador Discuss Prospects for Expanding Cooperation in Transport and AviationHead of Armenia`s Ministry of Territorial Administration and Qatari Ambassador Discuss Prospects for Expanding Cooperation in Transport and Aviation
The French Development Agency will provide Armenia with two loans totaling 270 million euros.The French Development Agency will provide Armenia with two loans totaling 270 million euros.
In partnership with the World Bank, numerous important programs are ongoing in Armenia.In partnership with the World Bank, numerous important programs are ongoing in Armenia.
The EU`s share in Armenia`s foreign trade is growing, while the EAEU is declining.The EU`s share in Armenia`s foreign trade is growing, while the EAEU is declining.
Former head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia: The government`s task is not to solemnly announce growth rates, but to ensure its conversion into more competitive productionFormer head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia: The government`s task is not to solemnly announce growth rates, but to ensure its conversion into more competitive production
Rosatom and representatives of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant confirmed the plant`s operational safety until 2031.Rosatom and representatives of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant confirmed the plant`s operational safety until 2031.
The EFSD International Economic Conference will be held in Astana.The EFSD International Economic Conference will be held in Astana.
RA Statistical Committee: In exports, the lion`s share is accounted for by mineral raw materials - 28%, and in imports - by machines and mechanisms - 27%.RA Statistical Committee: In exports, the lion`s share is accounted for by mineral raw materials - 28%, and in imports - by machines and mechanisms - 27%.
Belgian entrepreneurs invested about 2 million euros in an Armenian fund - head of the Armenian-Belgian Chamber of CommerceBelgian entrepreneurs invested about 2 million euros in an Armenian fund - head of the Armenian-Belgian Chamber of Commerce
Before reconsidering relations with Russia, it is necessary to clearly answer the question of who will pay the difference in the event of the loss of the preferential gas price - expertBefore reconsidering relations with Russia, it is necessary to clearly answer the question of who will pay the difference in the event of the loss of the preferential gas price - expert
Minister: September saw the highest monthly tourist arrivals to Armenia in the first nine months of this yearMinister: September saw the highest monthly tourist arrivals to Armenia in the first nine months of this year
Yerevan will host the International Trade and Investment Forum with the participation of 30 countriesYerevan will host the International Trade and Investment Forum with the participation of 30 countries
The development of high technologies and the growing number of AI factories in Armenia are prompting the government to consider building a new powerful nuclear power plant.The development of high technologies and the growing number of AI factories in Armenia are prompting the government to consider building a new powerful nuclear power plant.
Pashinyan: The Armenian government has the necessary legal tools to terminate the railway concession agreement, but will not resort to themPashinyan: The Armenian government has the necessary legal tools to terminate the railway concession agreement, but will not resort to them
The “Putin’s Path” Initiative Goes Beyond a Transport and Logistics ProjectThe “Putin’s Path” Initiative Goes Beyond a Transport and Logistics Project
Mher Grigoryan discussed the progress of development programs in Armenia with the World Bank Regional DirectorMher Grigoryan discussed the progress of development programs in Armenia with the World Bank Regional Director
Kam Ghaffaryan is the 2026 laureate of the State Prize of the Republic of Armenia for Global Contribution to High Technologies.Kam Ghaffaryan is the 2026 laureate of the State Prize of the Republic of Armenia for Global Contribution to High Technologies.
Ameriabank became the general sponsor of the Bold Business 2031 forum.Ameriabank became the general sponsor of the Bold Business 2031 forum.
Deputy Minister: Government policy is aimed at identifying and attracting talent, providing the necessary support to investors, and creating a stable and predictable business environmentDeputy Minister: Government policy is aimed at identifying and attracting talent, providing the necessary support to investors, and creating a stable and predictable business environment
A positive decision was made on ARMNAB`s accession to the Multilateral Agreement on Mutual Recognition of European Cooperation in the Field of AccreditationA positive decision was made on ARMNAB`s accession to the Multilateral Agreement on Mutual Recognition of European Cooperation in the Field of Accreditation
Net foreign investment in Armenia`s economy jumped threefold in the first half of 2026, reaching $395 million.Net foreign investment in Armenia`s economy jumped threefold in the first half of 2026, reaching $395 million.
The current state of Azerbaijani-Russian trade and economic cooperation was discussed in MoscowThe current state of Azerbaijani-Russian trade and economic cooperation was discussed in Moscow
The Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia attended the opening ceremony of the new head office of Acba BankThe Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia attended the opening ceremony of the new head office of Acba Bank
The Head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia held a meeting with the British Ambassador and representatives of the World BankThe Head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia held a meeting with the British Ambassador and representatives of the World Bank
The Armenian parliament will begin discussions on the country`s draft 2027 state budgetThe Armenian parliament will begin discussions on the country`s draft 2027 state budget
A seminar for agricultural producers was held at the Russian Trade Mission in ArmeniaA seminar for agricultural producers was held at the Russian Trade Mission in Armenia
The unemployment rate in Armenia decreased from 13.7% to 13% in the second quarter of 2026.The unemployment rate in Armenia decreased from 13.7% to 13% in the second quarter of 2026.
Rosatom has announced its readiness to implement a project to decontaminate the site of the former Nairit chemical plantRosatom has announced its readiness to implement a project to decontaminate the site of the former Nairit chemical plant
Armenia and Türkiye are discussing the operation of the Gyumri-Kars power transmission lineArmenia and Türkiye are discussing the operation of the Gyumri-Kars power transmission line
Inflation in Armenia`s consumer market continues to exceed the targetInflation in Armenia`s consumer market continues to exceed the target
The opening of the STATUS Center officially marked the relaunch of Ardshinbank’s STATUS serviceThe opening of the STATUS Center officially marked the relaunch of Ardshinbank’s STATUS service
In Armenia, economic activity growth accelerated from 7.1% to 7.3% in January-August 2026.In Armenia, economic activity growth accelerated from 7.1% to 7.3% in January-August 2026.
The Ministry of High-Tech Industry of Armenia discussed the modernization of the migration data management system.The Ministry of High-Tech Industry of Armenia discussed the modernization of the migration data management system.
Eduard Akopyan: The State Revenue Committee has its own vision and mission, and all its activities are based on them.Eduard Akopyan: The State Revenue Committee has its own vision and mission, and all its activities are based on them.
Kobakhidze: Tbilisi does not view the TRIPP route as a competitor to its own transport routesKobakhidze: Tbilisi does not view the TRIPP route as a competitor to its own transport routes
Modernization of the Dam Raising Technology at the Artsvanik Tailing PondModernization of the Dam Raising Technology at the Artsvanik Tailing Pond
David Yan: AI cannot be Parajanov or Tarkovsky: only humans possess the ability to “become a wizard and wave a wand.”David Yan: AI cannot be Parajanov or Tarkovsky: only humans possess the ability to “become a wizard and wave a wand.”
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