ArmInfo.  An additional 2.641 billion drams will be allocated from the Government Reserve Fund to continue the efforts to host the 17th Conference of the  Parties to the UN Convention on Biological Diversity (COP-17) in  Armenia in 2026. The decision was made at a Cabinet meeting on August  13.

ArmInfo. Following the latest revision of the Reference Rate (hereinafter, the “RR”), on August 3, 2026 Ardshinbank reduced the nominal interest rates by 1–2.5 percentage points on 7,779 loans issued based on the RR, with a total outstanding volume of more than AMD 155.7 billion. The change will take effect on September 5, 2026, and will have a significant positive impact on several thousand families, enabling them to save money and reallocate their household expenses.

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.

ArmInfo. The Central Bank, remaining committed to the principles of transparency and accountability, continues the process of public discussion of regulatory acts necessary for the implementation of the Law . This is stated in the message from the country's Main Bank.

ArmInfo. Under the chairmanship of RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, a meeting was held on August 12 to discuss scenarios for integrating citizens earning up to 200,000 drams into the universal health insurance system starting January 1, 2027.  In his speech, the head of the Armenian government  noted that the proposed scenarios involve several key directions.

ArmInfo Baku must pay Yerevan for routing a power transmission line across Armenian territory, according to Narek Karapetyan, head of the opposition  faction "Strong Armenia."

ArmInfo.The Board of the Central Bank of Armenia has amended the regulations governing the issuance and use of electronic money, with the goal of fostering a more efficient and competitive environment. 

ArmInfo.The Armenian nuclear power plant (ANPP) has a defined operational lifespan, but that timeline is not determined by any government in the world, as  the plant's maximum permitted operation is authorized until 2036, according to Arman Yeghoyan, a member of parliament from the ruling  "Civil Contract" faction. Speaking at a briefing on August 12, 2026, Yeghoyan commented on recent statements from Azerbaijani President  Ilham Aliyev regarding the closure of the ANPP.

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ArmInfo.  The July beneficiary of "The Power of One Dram" initiative was "My Forest Armenia" environmental non-governmental organization. The accumulated AMD 5,094,763 was directed to the implementation of large-scale tree planting and forest restoration, contributing to the preservation of local biodiversity.

ArmInfo. Firebird has launched a large-scale artificial intelligence factory in the city of Hrazdan, Armenia, powered by NVIDIA DSX AI technology and recognized as the largest facility of its kind in the region.

ArmInfo. The issue of closing the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant (ANPP) has effectively been  discussed and resolved, with discussions now shifting to potential  next steps, according to Tigran Abrahamyan, a former deputy of the  National Assembly of Armenia, in his social media post. 

ArmInfo.            IDBank’s initiative dedicated to thanking customers and surprising them without any special occasion was held at the “Erebuni” Branch. Hosting the traditional Customer Appreciation Day at different branches is an important part of the Bank’s mission to stay closer to its customers.

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ArmInfo. During an August 11 press conference at the Arpi Armenia Analytical Center, expert Sergey Melkonyan presented a new think-tank report focusing on regional connectivity and the TRIPP initiative.

ArmInfo.  Economic decisions cannot be guided by emotions, Hayk Farmazyan, a member of  the parliament from the "Strong Armenia" bloc, stated on August 11  while commenting on Yerevan's relations with the European Union and  the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

ArmInfo. The State Revenue Committee of Armenia (SRC) has identified a company providing regular  inter- and intra-regional passenger transportation that failed to  fully report revenue from services rendered in its tax returns.

ArmInfo. The Global Conference on Medical Tourism, entitled "Travel for Health, Stay for  Recovery: When a Patient Becomes a Guest," will be held in Yerevan  from September 21 to 23.

ArmInfo.  Acting Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Armenia Vahan Kostanyan met with Khush  Choksy, Senior Vice President, International Member Relations and  Senior Vice President, Middle East and Turkiye, U.S. Chamber of  Commerce. 

ArmInfo.  Amendments to the Law "On Trade and Services" will come into force in Armenia on  January 1, 2027. These amendments establish new requirements for the  circulation of disposable plastic products. This was announced in a  statement by the Market Surveillance Inspection Authority.