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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.
Konstantin Sokolov: Teghut will reach full capacity by 2031Konstantin Sokolov: Teghut will reach full capacity by 2031
The Russian government presented a report on the economic consequences of Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union.The Russian government presented a report on the economic consequences of Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union.
The Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia: The credit gap of Armenian banks will amount to 4.3% by the end of the second half of the year.The Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia: The credit gap of Armenian banks will amount to 4.3% by the end of the second half of the year.
The EAEU has prepared a report on the possible consequences of the suspension of the EAEU Treaty of May 29, 2014, with respect to Armenia.The EAEU has prepared a report on the possible consequences of the suspension of the EAEU Treaty of May 29, 2014, with respect to Armenia.
The Armenian Foreign Ministry reported how many flowers the country exported in the first 10 months of this yearThe Armenian Foreign Ministry reported how many flowers the country exported in the first 10 months of this year
The Armenian Ambassador reviewed the products of Armenian companies at the SIAL Paris 2026 exhibitionThe Armenian Ambassador reviewed the products of Armenian companies at the SIAL Paris 2026 exhibition
The Armenian inspection body has denied reports that Latvian authorities had detected pesticides in Armenian teaThe Armenian inspection body has denied reports that Latvian authorities had detected pesticides in Armenian tea
Tashir Capital: The Armenian government`s decision on the ESA violates the international arbitration award.Tashir Capital: The Armenian government`s decision on the ESA violates the international arbitration award.
Idram and IDBank Participated in the Opening of My Forest Armenia’s Pavilion at COP17             Idram and IDBank Participated in the Opening of My Forest Armenia’s Pavilion at COP17            
The new head of the Civil Aviation Committee of Armenia presented his priorities for his new position.The new head of the Civil Aviation Committee of Armenia presented his priorities for his new position.
Net profit in Armenia`s banking system continues to slow downNet profit in Armenia`s banking system continues to slow down
Minister of Economy: Minister of Economy: "Lydian Armenia" at current gold prices will annually send up to $130 million in taxes to the state budget.
Latvia has banned the import of green tea due to pesticides foundLatvia has banned the import of green tea due to pesticides found
Mining companies should go public: Pashinyan spoke in favor of increasing their transparency and enhancing public perceptionMining companies should go public: Pashinyan spoke in favor of increasing their transparency and enhancing public perception
Armenia and Tanzania advocated for deepening trade and economic cooperationArmenia and Tanzania advocated for deepening trade and economic cooperation
Deputy Minister: Armenia can transform from a country with limited accessibility into a logistics and economic hubDeputy Minister: Armenia can transform from a country with limited accessibility into a logistics and economic hub
Armenia and Italy discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the field of high technology.Armenia and Italy discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the field of high technology.
Without clear laws protecting investors` rights, we will continue to tread water – ZCMC CEOWithout clear laws protecting investors` rights, we will continue to tread water – ZCMC CEO
Deputy Prime Minister: The peace agenda and unblocking communications could significantly change Armenia`s economic geographyDeputy Prime Minister: The peace agenda and unblocking communications could significantly change Armenia`s economic geography
The head of the Association of Miners and Metallurgists: The standards Lidian Armenia works with create minimal environmental riskThe head of the Association of Miners and Metallurgists: The standards Lidian Armenia works with create minimal environmental risk
The presidents of Armenia and Kyrgyzstan discussed prospects for expanding trade and economic cooperation between the countriesThe presidents of Armenia and Kyrgyzstan discussed prospects for expanding trade and economic cooperation between the countries
Likhachev: Rosatom is receiving positive signals from Armenia regarding its proposal for a new nuclear power plant unit.Likhachev: Rosatom is receiving positive signals from Armenia regarding its proposal for a new nuclear power plant unit.
On the Armenian interbank currency market, both dollar and ruble transactions increased from October 12 to 16.On the Armenian interbank currency market, both dollar and ruble transactions increased from October 12 to 16.
Armenia and Cyprus are considering ways to deepen economic cooperationArmenia and Cyprus are considering ways to deepen economic cooperation
Gevorg Papoyan received the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of TurkeyGevorg Papoyan received the Minister of Agriculture and Forestry of Turkey
Armenia needs to attract juniors rather than engage in mass geological exploration, expert saysArmenia needs to attract juniors rather than engage in mass geological exploration, expert says
Armenia`s mining industry has high development potential - Hayk AloyanArmenia`s mining industry has high development potential - Hayk Aloyan
Armenia and Italy discussed the possibility of receiving financing on preferential terms from the Italian Development Bank.Armenia and Italy discussed the possibility of receiving financing on preferential terms from the Italian Development Bank.
LIGA Insurance was officially presented as a new member of the international GRAWE Group at a conference in SloveniaLIGA Insurance was officially presented as a new member of the international GRAWE Group at a conference in Slovenia
Head of Armenian Nuclear Power Plant: Nuclear energy is of strategic importance for ArmeniaHead of Armenian Nuclear Power Plant: Nuclear energy is of strategic importance for Armenia
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
Economist: Mining sector`s share in Armenia`s exports will increaseEconomist: Mining sector`s share in Armenia`s exports will increase
IDBank to Showcase Environmental and Innovative Initiatives at COP17IDBank to Showcase Environmental and Innovative Initiatives at COP17
The Strong Armenia faction intends to secure the registration of European drugs on the Armenian marketThe Strong Armenia faction intends to secure the registration of European drugs on the Armenian market
Armenia ranks last in terms of geological exploration expenditure per square kilometerArmenia ranks last in terms of geological exploration expenditure per square kilometer
Khudatyan assured: The issue of transferring the concession for Armenian railways to another country has not reached a dead endKhudatyan assured: The issue of transferring the concession for Armenian railways to another country has not reached a dead end
Khudatyan: Armenia currently has no disagreements with Russia over gas pricesKhudatyan: Armenia currently has no disagreements with Russia over gas prices
Khudatyan: Armenia will decide on the model of a new nuclear power plant in early 2027Khudatyan: Armenia will decide on the model of a new nuclear power plant in early 2027
Khudatyan: Armenia is considering expanding energy ties with Azerbaijan and TurkeyKhudatyan: Armenia is considering expanding energy ties with Azerbaijan and Turkey
The head of the Armenian Ministry of High Technologies discussed with the World Bank representative in Armenia the possibility of developing cooperation in the field of high technology and AIThe head of the Armenian Ministry of High Technologies discussed with the World Bank representative in Armenia the possibility of developing cooperation in the field of high technology and AI
The mining industry`s share of Armenia`s GDP will reach a record 5% by the end of 2026, and the sector will demonstrate growth of 21.5%The mining industry`s share of Armenia`s GDP will reach a record 5% by the end of 2026, and the sector will demonstrate growth of 21.5%
“From Resources to Opportunities”: Mining Armenia Forum 2026 Begins in Armenia“From Resources to Opportunities”: Mining Armenia Forum 2026 Begins in Armenia
Russia has requested that veterinary certification of products from an Armenian manufacturer be suspendedRussia has requested that veterinary certification of products from an Armenian manufacturer be suspended
The head of the Armenian Defense Industry received a delegation from the Indian Defense Management College.The head of the Armenian Defense Industry received a delegation from the Indian Defense Management College.
Armenia and Kazakhstan discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the areas of subsoil resources and renewable energy.Armenia and Kazakhstan discussed prospects for expanding cooperation in the areas of subsoil resources and renewable energy.
Armenia and Russia are creating a working group to address railway concession issues, according to the Prime Minister`s decision.Armenia and Russia are creating a working group to address railway concession issues, according to the Prime Minister`s decision.
Armenia and the UAE discussed prospects for expanding trade and economic cooperation.Armenia and the UAE discussed prospects for expanding trade and economic cooperation.
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Armenia lifts restrictions on residential construction on plots  smaller than 400 square meters
 Tuesday, March 31 2026 11:47

ArmInfo. Armenia has lifted restrictions on residential construction on plots smaller than 400 square meters. The RA Urban Development Committee announced the corresponding amendments to the building codes "Urban Development. Planning and Construction of Urban and Rural Development."

Armenia lifts restrictions on residential construction on plots  smaller than 400 square meters
 Tuesday, March 31 2026 11:47

ArmInfo. Armenia has lifted restrictions on residential construction on plots smaller than 400 square meters. The RA Urban Development Committee announced the corresponding amendments to the building codes "Urban Development. Planning and Construction of Urban and Rural Development."

Final meeting of  IMF mission to Armenia held at Finance Ministry 
 Monday, March 30 2026 15:13

ArmInfo.  The final meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission to Armenia was chaired by Armenian Minister of Finance Vahe Hovhannisyan and attended by a delegation led by mission chief Alexander Ferenc Timan.

Final meeting of  IMF mission to Armenia held at Finance Ministry 
 Monday, March 30 2026 15:13

ArmInfo.  The final meeting of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission to Armenia was chaired by Armenian Minister of Finance Vahe Hovhannisyan and attended by a delegation led by mission chief Alexander Ferenc Timan.

EDB to provide RA Ministry of Finance with $80,000 to develop  employee capacity
 Thursday, March 26 2026 13:10

ArmInfo. On March 26, the Armenian government approved a proposal to sign Supplementary Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement on Technical Assistance "Developing the Capacity of the Management Staff of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Armenia. Conducting a Training Seminar" funded by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB).

Armenian Government approves support program for grape processing  enterprises
 Thursday, March 26 2026 19:56

ArmInfo.On March 26, the Armenian Cabinet of Ministers approved the support program for grape processing enterprises and the procedure for providing budget guarantees within its framework. The program aims to mitigate the financial risks of these enterprises associated with export problems and provide them with temporary access to financial resources to continue normal operations.

EDB to provide RA Ministry of Finance with $80,000 to develop  employee capacity
 Thursday, March 26 2026 13:10

ArmInfo. On March 26, the Armenian government approved a proposal to sign Supplementary Agreement No. 1 to the Agreement on Technical Assistance "Developing the Capacity of the Management Staff of the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Armenia. Conducting a Training Seminar" funded by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB).

Armenian Government approves support program for grape processing  enterprises
 Thursday, March 26 2026 19:56

ArmInfo.On March 26, the Armenian Cabinet of Ministers approved the support program for grape processing enterprises and the procedure for providing budget guarantees within its framework. The program aims to mitigate the financial risks of these enterprises associated with export problems and provide them with temporary access to financial resources to continue normal operations.

Iran plays significant role in import of a number of goods - ACSES
 Wednesday, March 25 2026 13:06

ArmInfo. Although Iran is of little importance to Armenia in terms of transit, it nonetheless plays a significant role in the import of certain goods. For example, in 2025, approximately $50 million worth of Chinese cars were  imported to Armenia through Iran, according to Haykaz Fanyan, head of  the ACSES analytical center.

Mher Grigoryan, IMF Mission Chief in Armenia discuss implementation  of measures under  Stand-By Arrangement
 Wednesday, March 25 2026 14:52

ArmInfo.  Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received a delegation led by Alexander Timan, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Mission Chief in Armenia.  Umang Rawat, IMF Resident Representative in Armenia, was also present at the meeting.

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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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