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IMF Staff Reaches Staff Level Agreement with Armenia on the Second Review of the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) and request for a Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)IMF Staff Reaches Staff Level Agreement with Armenia on the Second Review of the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) and request for a Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)
From Dream to Reality: IDBank’s Special Mortgage Terms at TOON EXPO.Invest 2026             From Dream to Reality: IDBank’s Special Mortgage Terms at TOON EXPO.Invest 2026            
IDBank Presents the Rate.Trading Digital Platform at Toon Expo.Invest 2026IDBank Presents the Rate.Trading Digital Platform at Toon Expo.Invest 2026
Expert: Armenia`s real estate market will reach a plateau and stabilize in two yearsExpert: Armenia`s real estate market will reach a plateau and stabilize in two years
Ameriabank will launch online mortgage lending for the secondary real estate market on the My Home platform in 2028.Ameriabank will launch online mortgage lending for the secondary real estate market on the My Home platform in 2028.
Ameriabank presented a special offer at the Toon Expo: mortgage loans with no down payment.Ameriabank presented a special offer at the Toon Expo: mortgage loans with no down payment.
Ameriabank expects to close the year with a mortgage portfolio of half a trillion drams.Ameriabank expects to close the year with a mortgage portfolio of half a trillion drams.
The Ministry of Economy received a delegation from the Asian Development BankThe Ministry of Economy received a delegation from the Asian Development Bank
The head of the Civil Aviation Committee: Armenia intends to speed up the process of removing national air carriers from the EU The head of the Civil Aviation Committee: Armenia intends to speed up the process of removing national air carriers from the EU "blacklist."
Work is underway in Armenia to establish a cybersecurity laboratoryWork is underway in Armenia to establish a cybersecurity laboratory
On the Armenian interbank currency market, dollar transactions jumped from November 9 to 13, while ruble transactions continued to decline.On the Armenian interbank currency market, dollar transactions jumped from November 9 to 13, while ruble transactions continued to decline.
Armenia and Georgia showed the highest growth rates in demand for hotels for Russian tourists - 42% and 31%, respectivelyArmenia and Georgia showed the highest growth rates in demand for hotels for Russian tourists - 42% and 31%, respectively
The head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation with the WCO Secretary GeneralThe head of the State Revenue Committee of Armenia discussed prospects for developing bilateral cooperation with the WCO Secretary General
TOON EXPO 2026, a real estate and construction exhibition, has opened in Yerevan.TOON EXPO 2026, a real estate and construction exhibition, has opened in Yerevan.
Armenia`s ICT sector revenue approached $3 billion in the first nine months.Armenia`s ICT sector revenue approached $3 billion in the first nine months.
<Communications at COP17 were among the best ever>: UN representative praised the quality of Team Telecom Armenia`s services: UN representative praised the quality of Team Telecom Armenia`s services
Analyst: Unity between science, universities, and the state is necessary, otherwise the opportunities for AI development will work for the economies of other countriesAnalyst: Unity between science, universities, and the state is necessary, otherwise the opportunities for AI development will work for the economies of other countries
Rosselkhoznadzor has resumed certification of products from the Armenian company Modus Granum.Rosselkhoznadzor has resumed certification of products from the Armenian company Modus Granum.
A conference dedicated to domestic tourism will be held in YerevanA conference dedicated to domestic tourism will be held in Yerevan
The head of the Akyaka district in Turkey visited the railway section and inspected the ongoing workThe head of the Akyaka district in Turkey visited the railway section and inspected the ongoing work
Armenia and the Philippines are establishing cooperation in the tourism sectorArmenia and the Philippines are establishing cooperation in the tourism sector
GIZ will support Armenia in the validation process for the concept of establishing technology transfer officesGIZ will support Armenia in the validation process for the concept of establishing technology transfer offices
Armenian startups may gain opportunities to participate in international value chains in the semiconductor industry.Armenian startups may gain opportunities to participate in international value chains in the semiconductor industry.
Prospects for establishing a research institute for semiconductors and microcircuit design in Armenia were discussed in Munich.Prospects for establishing a research institute for semiconductors and microcircuit design in Armenia were discussed in Munich.
The 67th meeting of the PABSEC Committee was held in YerevanThe 67th meeting of the PABSEC Committee was held in Yerevan
The significant role of the EAEU countries in the global agri-food system was notedThe significant role of the EAEU countries in the global agri-food system was noted
Rate.Trading: Large Transactions with Digital Management of Exchange Rate RisksRate.Trading: Large Transactions with Digital Management of Exchange Rate Risks
State Revenue Committee: Agreements signed on Armenia`s participation in EU customs and tax programsState Revenue Committee: Agreements signed on Armenia`s participation in EU customs and tax programs
Matviyenko: Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the EAEU will not affect the stability of the unionMatviyenko: Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the EAEU will not affect the stability of the union
Armenia`s service sector is growing rapidly.Armenia`s service sector is growing rapidly.
VIVA Foundation Named November Beneficiary of “The Power of One Dram”VIVA Foundation Named November Beneficiary of “The Power of One Dram”
The program to subsidize interest rates on loans to the agricultural sector will cease to be effective January 1, 2027The program to subsidize interest rates on loans to the agricultural sector will cease to be effective January 1, 2027
The EBRD will provide Armenia with two grants totaling €1 million to support programs to create customs and logistics centersThe EBRD will provide Armenia with two grants totaling €1 million to support programs to create customs and logistics centers
In Armenia, the circle of beneficiaries of the leasing support program for oak containers will be expanded.In Armenia, the circle of beneficiaries of the leasing support program for oak containers will be expanded.
The Armenian Parliament approved special legal provisions for companies with international participationThe Armenian Parliament approved special legal provisions for companies with international participation
The program to subsidize interest rates on loans to the agricultural sector will cease to be effective January 1, 2027The program to subsidize interest rates on loans to the agricultural sector will cease to be effective January 1, 2027
The Armenian government will allocate 173 million 445 thousand drams to co-finance the Areni grape procurement program.The Armenian government will allocate 173 million 445 thousand drams to co-finance the Areni grape procurement program.
2.434 billion drams will be allocated to continue the subsidy program for the development of Armenian communities2.434 billion drams will be allocated to continue the subsidy program for the development of Armenian communities
Armenia will extend the ban on whitefish caviar exports for another six monthsArmenia will extend the ban on whitefish caviar exports for another six months
Armenia will participate in the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank`s share capital replenishment programArmenia will participate in the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank`s share capital replenishment program
The Stability of the Dram Enhances the Appeal of Armenian AssetsThe Stability of the Dram Enhances the Appeal of Armenian Assets
The Environment Minister`s week-long stay at a New York hotel cost the Armenian budget 4.543 million dramsThe Environment Minister`s week-long stay at a New York hotel cost the Armenian budget 4.543 million drams
Armenia will join the EuroHPC JU member statesArmenia will join the EuroHPC JU member states
Armenia`s trade sector generated 5 trillion drams in revenue in the first nine months.Armenia`s trade sector generated 5 trillion drams in revenue in the first nine months.
Cargo transportation in Armenia increased by 7.8% over the first nine months, while passenger transportation increased by 14.1%.Cargo transportation in Armenia increased by 7.8% over the first nine months, while passenger transportation increased by 14.1%.
Revenue growth in Armenia`s communications sector acceleratedRevenue growth in Armenia`s communications sector accelerated
Cigarette production in Armenia is declining.Cigarette production in Armenia is declining.
Wine production in Armenia increased by 16% in the first nine months of the year, while cognac production increased by 12.1%.Wine production in Armenia increased by 16% in the first nine months of the year, while cognac production increased by 12.1%.
Electricity generation in Armenia increased by 6.4% in the first nine months.Electricity generation in Armenia increased by 6.4% in the first nine months.
Armenia`s metallurgical industry grew by an average of 28.2% in the first nine months of the year.Armenia`s metallurgical industry grew by an average of 28.2% in the first nine months of the year.
The Armenian government`s promised pension increase of 1,000 drams will not take place.The Armenian government`s promised pension increase of 1,000 drams will not take place.
Armenia and the EU discussed cooperation in the field of digital securityArmenia and the EU discussed cooperation in the field of digital security
Armenia`s industrial sector grew by 5.8% in January-September 2026.Armenia`s industrial sector grew by 5.8% in January-September 2026.
The Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia and the British Ambassador discussed trade and economic relations and trade diversification.The Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia and the British Ambassador discussed trade and economic relations and trade diversification.
The state support program for residents of Armenia`s border regions will be extended for another year.The state support program for residents of Armenia`s border regions will be extended for another year.
Armenia and Finland discussed opportunities to strengthen trade and economic cooperationArmenia and Finland discussed opportunities to strengthen trade and economic cooperation
Special Mortgage Offers: IDBank at Toon Expo: Invest 2026Special Mortgage Offers: IDBank at Toon Expo: Invest 2026
Sustainable community development is one of the important program priorities of the Armenian government - Deputy Prime MinisterSustainable community development is one of the important program priorities of the Armenian government - Deputy Prime Minister
Armenia plans to introduce a new mechanism for donations to political parties, public organizations, and media outletsArmenia plans to introduce a new mechanism for donations to political parties, public organizations, and media outlets
The Minister of Finance: When developing the draft state budget of Armenia for 2027, the positive economic results of the current year were taken into accountThe Minister of Finance: When developing the draft state budget of Armenia for 2027, the positive economic results of the current year were taken into account
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Rosselkhoznadzor has resumed certification of products from the Armenian company Modus Granum.
 Friday, November 13 2026 13:11

ArmInfo.  Starting from November 12, 2026, Rosselkhoznadzor is resuming veterinary certification of products from the Armenian company LLC "Modus Granum" intended for delivery to Russian recipients. This was reported by the Russian Trade Representation in Armenia

Rosselkhoznadzor has resumed certification of products from the Armenian company Modus Granum.
 Friday, November 13 2026 13:11

ArmInfo.  Starting from November 12, 2026, Rosselkhoznadzor is resuming veterinary certification of products from the Armenian company LLC "Modus Granum" intended for delivery to Russian recipients. This was reported by the Russian Trade Representation in Armenia

Matviyenko: Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the EAEU will not affect the stability of the union
 Thursday, November 12 2026 16:15

ArmInfo. Armenia's possible withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) will not affect the union's stability, Federation Council Chairwoman Valentina Matviyenko stated at a meeting with journalists following her working trip to Vietnam.

Matviyenko: Armenia`s possible withdrawal from the EAEU will not affect the stability of the union
 Thursday, November 12 2026 16:15

ArmInfo. Armenia's possible withdrawal from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) will not affect the union's stability, Federation Council Chairwoman Valentina Matviyenko stated at a meeting with journalists following her working trip to Vietnam.

Armenia and Finland discussed opportunities to strengthen trade and economic cooperation
 Wednesday, November 11 2026 14:52

ArmInfo. Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan discussed with Finnish Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio the development of trade and economic cooperation between Armenia and Finland.

Armenia and Finland discussed opportunities to strengthen trade and economic cooperation
 Wednesday, November 11 2026 14:52

ArmInfo. Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan discussed with Finnish Minister of Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio the development of trade and economic cooperation between Armenia and Finland.

The tourist flow to Armenia has increased by 5% in the first ten months of this year compared to last year.
 Monday, November 9 2026 19:44

ArmInfo. The total number of tourist visits to Armenia from January to October 2026 amounted to 2,043,531, compared to 1,947,138 for the same period last year. This is evidenced by data from the Tourism Committee of the Ministry of Economy of Armenia.

The tourist flow to Armenia has increased by 5% in the first ten months of this year compared to last year.
 Monday, November 9 2026 19:44

ArmInfo. The total number of tourist visits to Armenia from January to October 2026 amounted to 2,043,531, compared to 1,947,138 for the same period last year. This is evidenced by data from the Tourism Committee of the Ministry of Economy of Armenia.

Traffic to Upper Lars is closed to heavy trucks with trailers and semi-trailers due to snow
 Saturday, November 7 2026 12:25

ArmInfo. The Georgian Military Highway leading to the Georgian-Russian checkpoint "Upper Lars" is temporarily closed to trailers and semi-trailers due to snow and low temperatures. This was reported by the Department of Roads of the Ministry of Regional Development and Infrastructure of Georgia.

Armenia participates in the 9th China International Import Expo in Shanghai
 Saturday, November 7 2026 15:34

ArmInfo. Armenia is participating in the 9th China International Import Expo (CIIE 2026) in Shanghai with a unified national pavilion. According to the press service of the Armenian Ministry of Economy, the exhibition is being held from November 5 to 10 with the aim of promoting international trade, expanding economic cooperation, and supporting the sustainable development of small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Expert: Armenia`s real estate market will reach a plateau and stabilize in two yearsExpert: Armenia`s real estate market will reach a plateau and stabilize in two years
Analyst: Unity between science, universities, and the state is necessary, otherwise the opportunities for AI development will work for the economies of other countriesAnalyst: Unity between science, universities, and the state is necessary, otherwise the opportunities for AI development will work for the economies of other countries
The Stability of the Dram Enhances the Appeal of Armenian AssetsThe Stability of the Dram Enhances the Appeal of Armenian Assets
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