ArmInfo. The Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (UCCI) has opened a representative office in Armenia. The office will be headed by Elena Shevchuk, an economist, public figure, and leader of several Ukrainian-Armenian initiatives in Yerevan.
The office's activities will focus on developing trade and economic cooperation between Ukraine and Armenia, identifying business partners, supporting the export and import of goods and services, facilitating investment projects, and fostering contacts between entrepreneurs, specialized organizations, and the business communities of the two countries.
One of the priority areas of work will be expanding economic ties between Ukraine and Armenia.
"Currently, bilateral trade volumes remain insignificant, accounting for less than 1% of foreign trade turnover. At the same time, there is significant potential for developing cooperation in agricultural products, food processing, pharmaceuticals, IT, jewelry, construction materials, and other areas," the representative office stated on its official Facebook page.
In connection with the launch of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Armenia, Elena Shevchuk noted that economics, international cooperation, and business development are areas in which she has worked for many years as an economist.
"Therefore, for me, this position is a natural continuation of my professional work and a new opportunity to promote the development of Ukrainian-Armenian relations. At the same time, all other projects and areas in which I am involved will continue to operate as usual. We have an excellent team that effectively manages our tasks, so this new role will not impact the work already underway," she assured.
According to the Statistical Committee of the Republic of Armenia, foreign trade turnover between Armenia and Ukraine in January-April 2026 increased by 38.5%, amounting to $45.2 million. At the same time, exports decreased by 5.2% to $2.8 million, against the backdrop of import growth of 42.8% to $42.4 million.
