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AIR FEST ARMENIA VII will once again bring together thousands of aviation enthusiastsAIR FEST ARMENIA VII will once again bring together thousands of aviation enthusiasts
The Central Bank of Armenia and the National Bank of Georgia signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the financial sector.The Central Bank of Armenia and the National Bank of Georgia signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in the financial sector.
Armenia and China deepen cooperation in international freight and passenger transportationArmenia and China deepen cooperation in international freight and passenger transportation
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IDBank and the “Dekavva Fund” Stand with People from ArtsakhIDBank and the “Dekavva Fund” Stand with People from Artsakh
Gevorg Papoyan presented the steps being taken to develop medical tourism in Armenia.Gevorg Papoyan presented the steps being taken to develop medical tourism in Armenia.
Head of the RA National Assembly Commission: There is great potential for developing trade and economic relations with ChinaHead of the RA National Assembly Commission: There is great potential for developing trade and economic relations with China
Armenia will extend its temporary ban on whitefish caviar exports.Armenia will extend its temporary ban on whitefish caviar exports.
Armenia and Montenegro intend to expand cooperation in the tourism sector.Armenia and Montenegro intend to expand cooperation in the tourism sector.
The Armenian PSRC delegation is participating in the 9th World Energy Regulators ForumThe Armenian PSRC delegation is participating in the 9th World Energy Regulators Forum
Bloomberg: By the end of 2027, the data center in Hrazdan will reach a capacity of 300 megawatts, and the number of advanced Nvidia chips for artificial intelligence installed in the center will exceed 70,000.Bloomberg: By the end of 2027, the data center in Hrazdan will reach a capacity of 300 megawatts, and the number of advanced Nvidia chips for artificial intelligence installed in the center will exceed 70,000.
A deputy from the ruling party: salaries will be increased not only for the highest government officials, but also for 20,000 civil servants.A deputy from the ruling party: salaries will be increased not only for the highest government officials, but also for 20,000 civil servants.
The Central Bank of Armenia held a seminar in Dilijan with the participation of the Nobel Prize LaureateThe Central Bank of Armenia held a seminar in Dilijan with the participation of the Nobel Prize Laureate
FLYONE ARMENIA launches flights on the Yerevan-Belgrade-Yerevan routeFLYONE ARMENIA launches flights on the Yerevan-Belgrade-Yerevan route
Martin Galstyan: Together with the government and partners, we are embarking on the creation of the “Evidence-to-Policy Lab”Martin Galstyan: Together with the government and partners, we are embarking on the creation of the “Evidence-to-Policy Lab”
Customs and logistics centers in Yerevan and Syunik will be certified according to LEED standardsCustoms and logistics centers in Yerevan and Syunik will be certified according to LEED standards
The Minister of Economy discussed opportunities for developing medical tourism in Armenia with the secretary-general of the UNWTOThe Minister of Economy discussed opportunities for developing medical tourism in Armenia with the secretary-general of the UNWTO
Inflows of transfers to Armenia accelerated sharply over the first 7 months of 2026, reaching $4.5 billion, with a leading 69% coming from RussiaInflows of transfers to Armenia accelerated sharply over the first 7 months of 2026, reaching $4.5 billion, with a leading 69% coming from Russia
Armenia and Jordan Discussed Opportunities for Cooperation in the Energy SectorArmenia and Jordan Discussed Opportunities for Cooperation in the Energy Sector
Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia held a meeting with the Nobel prize laureate in economicsPrime Minister of the Republic of Armenia held a meeting with the Nobel prize laureate in economics
Russia’s ambassador visited the Zangezur and Agarak copper-molybdenum plantsRussia’s ambassador visited the Zangezur and Agarak copper-molybdenum plants
Head of Armenia’s State Revenue Committee to participate in meeting of Executive Council of the Intra-European Organisation of Tax AdministrationsHead of Armenia’s State Revenue Committee to participate in meeting of Executive Council of the Intra-European Organisation of Tax Administrations
Huawei and the Armenian Enterprise Incubator Foundation sign a memorandum of understanding to expand cooperation in AI fieldsHuawei and the Armenian Enterprise Incubator Foundation sign a memorandum of understanding to expand cooperation in AI fields
The state is in discussions with the private sector to increase the minimum wage, according to a deputy.The state is in discussions with the private sector to increase the minimum wage, according to a deputy.
On Armenia’s interbank foreign exchange market, both dollar and ruble transactions were actively conducted from September 14 to 18On Armenia’s interbank foreign exchange market, both dollar and ruble transactions were actively conducted from September 14 to 18
State Revenue Committee and IMF to Expand Cooperation to Improve Tax Administration EfficiencyState Revenue Committee and IMF to Expand Cooperation to Improve Tax Administration Efficiency
More than just awards: the Junius Financial Tournament has concludedMore than just awards: the Junius Financial Tournament has concluded
Co-badged Arca UnionPay cards are now available at Converse BankCo-badged Arca UnionPay cards are now available at Converse Bank
"The Power of One Dram" - General Partner of the "Climate Change and Women" Awards
Pashinyan discussed issues related to the implementation of the TRIPP projectPashinyan discussed issues related to the implementation of the TRIPP project
Economy Minister: Exports of domestically produced goods to the EU increased by 72%Economy Minister: Exports of domestically produced goods to the EU increased by 72%
Cement imports to Armenia at historically low level - Minister of EconomyCement imports to Armenia at historically low level - Minister of Economy
Consultations were held in Yerevan, during which the draft state budget for 2027 and the framework of fiscal policy were discussedConsultations were held in Yerevan, during which the draft state budget for 2027 and the framework of fiscal policy were discussed
EDB: A strong domestic industry is the key to developing economies’ transition into the high-income groupEDB: A strong domestic industry is the key to developing economies’ transition into the high-income group
Head of Armenia’s Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure to Participate in the Global Forum on Sustainable Transport Development in BeijingHead of Armenia’s Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure to Participate in the Global Forum on Sustainable Transport Development in Beijing
The Government of the Republic of Armenia will allocate 3.5 billion drams to the universal health insurance processThe Government of the Republic of Armenia will allocate 3.5 billion drams to the universal health insurance process
Armenia will begin implementing mechanisms for non-repayable payments to public organizations, media outlets and political parties funded by income tax paid by individuals.Armenia will begin implementing mechanisms for non-repayable payments to public organizations, media outlets and political parties funded by income tax paid by individuals.
The Armenian government will allocate 1,110 billion drams to continue the community subsidy programThe Armenian government will allocate 1,110 billion drams to continue the community subsidy program
South Caucasus Railway announces changes to train schedulesSouth Caucasus Railway announces changes to train schedules
Acba Bank is the Market Maker for EBRD Bonds in ArmeniaAcba Bank is the Market Maker for EBRD Bonds in Armenia
Deputy Prime Minister received the head of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in ArmeniaDeputy Prime Minister received the head of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) in Armenia
Armenia’s poverty rate at the end of 2025 will be lower than the 2024 figure — Arsen TorosyanArmenia’s poverty rate at the end of 2025 will be lower than the 2024 figure — Arsen Torosyan
Issues of ensuring the safe and uninterrupted movement of goods along the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor were discussed in WarsawIssues of ensuring the safe and uninterrupted movement of goods along the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor were discussed in Warsaw
SRC: In January–August 2026, a total of 205.5 billion drams in debit funds was returned to taxpayersSRC: In January–August 2026, a total of 205.5 billion drams in debit funds was returned to taxpayers
ZCMC presented its fifth sustainability report for 2025 — TNFD and DMA assessments conducted in Armenia for the first timeZCMC presented its fifth sustainability report for 2025 — TNFD and DMA assessments conducted in Armenia for the first time
Cases of understating the actual value of apartment purchase and sale transactions identified in three construction companies — State Revenue CommitteeCases of understating the actual value of apartment purchase and sale transactions identified in three construction companies — State Revenue Committee
New Forecast by the Central Bank of Armenia: GDP Growth Will Slow to 5.7–5.3% in 2026, Foreign Trade Will Remain in Double-Digit Decline, and Inflation Will Significantly Exceed the TargetNew Forecast by the Central Bank of Armenia: GDP Growth Will Slow to 5.7–5.3% in 2026, Foreign Trade Will Remain in Double-Digit Decline, and Inflation Will Significantly Exceed the Target
IDBank in Monaco: Armenian Financial Innovation on a Prestigious International StageIDBank in Monaco: Armenian Financial Innovation on a Prestigious International Stage
Armenia is among the visa-free countries for Russians where hotel accommodation prices have risen noticeably this summer.Armenia is among the visa-free countries for Russians where hotel accommodation prices have risen noticeably this summer.
Armenia Represented at the International Tourism Exhibition IFTM Top Resa 2026Armenia Represented at the International Tourism Exhibition IFTM Top Resa 2026
Armenia`s short-term country risk premium has fallen to a historically low level.Armenia`s short-term country risk premium has fallen to a historically low level.
The Armenian Ambassador discussed the TRIPP project with the head of Iranian Railways.The Armenian Ambassador discussed the TRIPP project with the head of Iranian Railways.
Martyn Galstyan: Don`t expect oil prices to return to their previous levels anytime soonMartyn Galstyan: Don`t expect oil prices to return to their previous levels anytime soon
Central Bank Governor: Excess demand observed in Armenia far exceeds GDP potentialCentral Bank Governor: Excess demand observed in Armenia far exceeds GDP potential
Politician: The price of gasoline in Armenia has reached an all-time high of 600 drams per literPolitician: The price of gasoline in Armenia has reached an all-time high of 600 drams per liter
Martin Galstyan: Pronounced excess-demand factors prompted the Central Bank to raise the refinancing rateMartin Galstyan: Pronounced excess-demand factors prompted the Central Bank to raise the refinancing rate
The European Parliament approved temporary measures to liberalize trade in relation to Armenian productsThe European Parliament approved temporary measures to liberalize trade in relation to Armenian products
In January–August 2026, 1.467 million tourists visited Armenia.In January–August 2026, 1.467 million tourists visited Armenia.
A corresponding license will be required to organize games using gaming machines — State Revenue Committee A corresponding license will be required to organize games using gaming machines — State Revenue Committee
Natural gas imports into Armenia increased by 15.5% in the first half of 2026, while liquefied gas imports rose by 8.5%.Natural gas imports into Armenia increased by 15.5% in the first half of 2026, while liquefied gas imports rose by 8.5%.
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