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Head of Russian Railways: Russian Railways Fully Fulfills Its Obligations Under the Concession Agreement with ArmeniaHead of Russian Railways: Russian Railways Fully Fulfills Its Obligations Under the Concession Agreement with Armenia
Settlements not covered by Settlements not covered by "Veolia Djur" could become areas for new cooperation between Armenia and the UAE
Minister of Economy of Armenia signs decree appointing David  Gevorgyan as Manager of Minister of Economy of Armenia signs decree appointing David  Gevorgyan as Manager of "Araratcement" CJSC
Armenia and Sweden discussed opportunities for developing bilateral cooperation in the fields of high technologyArmenia and Sweden discussed opportunities for developing bilateral cooperation in the fields of high technology
Armenia Stock Exchange Receives Prestigious International Award for 25 Years of Excellence – Capital Market Development Armenia 2026Armenia Stock Exchange Receives Prestigious International Award for 25 Years of Excellence – Capital Market Development Armenia 2026
Rate.Trading Platform at Seaside Startup Summit: IDBank Introduces an Innovative SolutionRate.Trading Platform at Seaside Startup Summit: IDBank Introduces an Innovative Solution
Pashinyan does not rule out arbitration court appeal regarding  termination of concession agreementPashinyan does not rule out arbitration court appeal regarding termination of concession agreement
Pashinyan on Tsarukyan`s enterprises: Our goal is not to eliminate  jobsPashinyan on Tsarukyan`s enterprises: Our goal is not to eliminate jobs
World Bank Forecast: Armenia`s economy transitioning from  exceptionally strong recovery (2022–2025) to a more moderate growth  trajectory of 5.3% in 2026World Bank Forecast: Armenia`s economy transitioning from exceptionally strong recovery (2022–2025) to a more moderate growth trajectory of 5.3% in 2026
Dual Belarusian-Russian investor serves notice of dispute against  Armenia  over expropriation of Tsarukyan`s enterprisesDual Belarusian-Russian investor serves notice of dispute against Armenia over expropriation of Tsarukyan`s enterprises
 Gevorg Papoyan:  Ministry of Economy employee to become new director  of Araratcement CJSC Gevorg Papoyan:  Ministry of Economy employee to become new director  of Araratcement CJSC
World Bank forecasts Armenia`s poverty rate to continue declining in  2026–2028World Bank forecasts Armenia`s poverty rate to continue declining in  2026–2028
AMD 650 mln  to be allocated for completion of Vedi reservoir  construction projectAMD 650 mln  to be allocated for completion of Vedi reservoir  construction project
RA Government to provide financial assistance to fish farms in   Ararat and Armavir regionsRA Government to provide financial assistance to fish farms in   Ararat and Armavir regions
Armenia introduces temporary restrictions on  import of tomatoes and  tomato pasteArmenia introduces temporary restrictions on  import of tomatoes and  tomato paste
FlyOne Armenia has launched direct flights between Yerevan and Tashkent.FlyOne Armenia has launched direct flights between Yerevan and Tashkent.
Armenia is restoring railways to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan - pravda.ruArmenia is restoring railways to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan - pravda.ru
Demand for apartments in Armenia from Russians has risen – VerstkaDemand for apartments in Armenia from Russians has risen – Verstka
Green Rock and Hyatt Sign Agreement for Armenia’s First Hyatt Regency Hotel and Hold Official Groundbreaking CeremonyGreen Rock and Hyatt Sign Agreement for Armenia’s First Hyatt Regency Hotel and Hold Official Groundbreaking Ceremony
Luys Foundation Armenia`s foreign trade dynamics risk further deterioration amid Russian restrictionsLuys Foundation Armenia`s foreign trade dynamics risk further deterioration amid Russian restrictions
Moody s Ratings changes Armenia`s outlook to positive from stable; expecting GDP growth of 5-5.5% in 2026-2027Moody s Ratings changes Armenia`s outlook to positive from stable; expecting GDP growth of 5-5.5% in 2026-2027
Romanos Petrosyan: ENA owner to receive market value plus 15% premium following company assessmentRomanos Petrosyan: ENA owner to receive market value plus 15% premium following company assessment
Iranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas - David KhudatyanIranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas - David Khudatyan
 Gevorg Papoyan: It`s impossible for goods sold in the UAE, Europe,  and China to be unsellable in Russia Gevorg Papoyan: It`s impossible for goods sold in the UAE, Europe,  and China to be unsellable in Russia
Minister: Armenia supports Tehran`s proposal to increase gas exports  from IranMinister: Armenia supports Tehran`s proposal to increase gas exports  from Iran
The first Armenian-British business forum will be held in Yerevan this fall.The first Armenian-British business forum will be held in Yerevan this fall.
Mkhitar Hayrapetyan: The Firebird project will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sectorMkhitar Hayrapetyan: The Firebird project will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector
Armenia nominated in two categories for   Wanderlust Reader Travel  Awards 2026Armenia nominated in two categories for   Wanderlust Reader Travel  Awards 2026
Arman Barseghyan: Armenia`s capital market will continue to grow at a  rapid paceArman Barseghyan: Armenia`s capital market will continue to grow at a  rapid pace
Arman Barseghyan: Ameriabank`s lending rates exceed  planned targetsArman Barseghyan: Ameriabank`s lending rates exceed  planned targets
Khachaturian Rooftop Grand Opening Supported by IDBankKhachaturian Rooftop Grand Opening Supported by IDBank
 Food Safety Inspection Body to launch large-scale inspections in food  delivery sector starting August 1 Food Safety Inspection Body to launch large-scale inspections in food  delivery sector starting August 1
Ameriabank  plans to grow customer base to 1 million by the end of  2026Ameriabank  plans to grow customer base to 1 million by the end of  2026
 Mesrop Arakelyan: Pashinyan`s short-sighted policies drive Armenia`s  agricultural sector to a 15-year decline  Mesrop Arakelyan: Pashinyan`s short-sighted policies drive Armenia`s  agricultural sector to a 15-year decline 
 Another case of large-scale tax evasion uncovered in Armenia`s  fuel  sector  – SRC Another case of large-scale tax evasion uncovered in Armenia`s  fuel  sector  – SRC
Ardshinbank Ranks No. 1 in Armenia in Direct Tax Payments in H1 2026Ardshinbank Ranks No. 1 in Armenia in Direct Tax Payments in H1 2026
Karapetyan: While other countries work on their economic policies,  Armenian authorities are busy Karapetyan: While other countries work on their economic policies,  Armenian authorities are busy "hijacking" businesses
 Rosselkhoznadzor prevents import of flowers of Armenian origin from  Belarus Rosselkhoznadzor prevents import of flowers of Armenian origin from  Belarus
IMF highly praises forecasting and analysis system developed by  Armenia`s Ministry of FinanceIMF highly praises forecasting and analysis system developed by  Armenia`s Ministry of Finance
Armenian citizens can now authorize another person to  complete and  submit their income tax declarationsArmenian citizens can now authorize another person to  complete and  submit their income tax declarations
Armenia`s Water Committee explores Japan`s advanced water management  practicesArmenia`s Water Committee explores Japan`s advanced water management  practices
Narek Karapetyan: With proper management, Armenia can narrow its  economic gap with AzerbaijanNarek Karapetyan: With proper management, Armenia can narrow its  economic gap with Azerbaijan
 Double-digit growth in industrial sector accelerates producer price  index Double-digit growth in industrial sector accelerates producer price  index
In Armenia, economic activity growth accelerates in first half of  2026 from 6.3% to 7.9%, with foreign trade still in declineIn Armenia, economic activity growth accelerates in first half of  2026 from 6.3% to 7.9%, with foreign trade still in decline
Tsarukyan: Azerbaijan is actively occupying markets that Armenia is  abandoningTsarukyan: Azerbaijan is actively occupying markets that Armenia is  abandoning
 10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicks off on shores of Lake  Sevan 10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicks off on shores of Lake  Sevan
RA ambassador, Kazakh Minister of Industry discuss opportunities to  expand industrial cooperationRA ambassador, Kazakh Minister of Industry discuss opportunities to  expand industrial cooperation
Initiative to build second bridge on Armenian-Iranian border  discussed in TehranInitiative to build second bridge on Armenian-Iranian border  discussed in Tehran
 Narek Karapetyan proposes applying Indian experience in energy  storage Narek Karapetyan proposes applying Indian experience in energy  storage
RA insurance sector significantly increases tax payments in first  half of 2026, with LIGA Insurance leading wayRA insurance sector significantly increases tax payments in first  half of 2026, with LIGA Insurance leading way
 Armenia`s telecom operators increase first-half tax payments by 8.8% Armenia`s telecom operators increase first-half tax payments by 8.8%
Armenia`s banking system increases first-half tax contributions by  10.3%, led by Ardshinbank and AmeriabankArmenia`s banking system increases first-half tax contributions by  10.3%, led by Ardshinbank and Ameriabank
Tehran and Yerevan agree to set up  joint energy working groupTehran and Yerevan agree to set up  joint energy working group
Zangezur Copper and Molybdenum Combine  regains top spot among   Armenia`s largest taxpayersZangezur Copper and Molybdenum Combine  regains top spot among   Armenia`s largest taxpayers
 Armenian Economy Minister reports surge in first-half exports to  China, India, and European Union Armenian Economy Minister reports surge in first-half exports to  China, India, and European Union
Ardshinbank is once again a Strong Partner  of Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026Ardshinbank is once again a Strong Partner  of Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026
Yerevan Sunsets and the Sounds of Classical Music: IDBank Becomes the Main Partner of the Khachaturian Rooftop Concert SeasonYerevan Sunsets and the Sounds of Classical Music: IDBank Becomes the Main Partner of the Khachaturian Rooftop Concert Season
Armenian FX Market (July 20–24): USD volume slips as Ruble surges and  Euro resumes after hiatusArmenian FX Market (July 20–24): USD volume slips as Ruble surges and  Euro resumes after hiatus
 FSIB inspections find no evidence of milk from infected animals or  imported raw materials FSIB inspections find no evidence of milk from infected animals or  imported raw materials
High-Tech Ministry and UNDP launch  mass tech education programHigh-Tech Ministry and UNDP launch  mass tech education program
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Head of Russian Railways: Russian Railways Fully Fulfills Its Obligations Under the Concession Agreement with Armenia

ArmInfo. Russian Railways consistently and fully fulfill their obligations under the concession agreement concluded with Armenia. This was reported to TASS by the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Russian Railways (RR), Oleg Belozerov.

Settlements not covered by "Veolia Djur" could become areas for new cooperation between Armenia and the UAE

ArmInfo. On July 30, the Chairman of the Water Resources Committee of the RA, Aramazd Galamkaryan, received the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to the Republic of Armenia, Nariman Muhammad Sharif Al-Mulla.

Minister of Economy of Armenia signs decree appointing David  Gevorgyan as Manager of "Araratcement" CJSC
Armenia and Sweden discussed opportunities for developing bilateral cooperation in the fields of high technology

Finance and banks

Armenia Stock Exchange Receives Prestigious International Award for 25 Years of Excellence – Capital Market Development Armenia 2026

ArmInfo. Armenia Stock Exchange has been awarded the prestigious “25 Years of Excellence – Capital Market Development Armenia 2026” award at the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards 2026, receiving international recognition for its 25-year contribution to the establishment and development of Armenia’s capital market.

Rate.Trading Platform at Seaside Startup Summit: IDBank Introduces an Innovative Solution

ArmInfo. The most fascinating ideas are not always created in offices. Sometimes, they emerge in tents, among discussions and numerous startups. This year, Seaside Startup Summit once again brought together hundreds of people around a single goal: creating tomorrow's technological solutions.

Moody s Ratings changes Armenia`s outlook to positive from stable; expecting GDP growth of 5-5.5% in 2026-2027
Arman Barseghyan: Ameriabank`s lending rates exceed  planned targets

Insurance

RA insurance sector significantly increases tax payments in first  half of 2026, with LIGA Insurance leading way

ArmInfo. In the first half of 2026, Armenia's insurance sector increased tax payments to the state treasury by 2.8 times, reaching nearly 1.7 billion drams. This growth  is due to the inclusion of five insurance companies out of the seven  currently operating on the current list of Armenia's 1,000 largest  taxpayers, compared to only two (LIGA Insurance and INGO) a year ago. 

State spending on medication coverage under health insurance system  reaches AMD 14.5 billion — Kharazyan

ArmInfo.  Over the past six months, the state has spent a total of AMD 14.5 billion on  medication coverage within the framework of the universal health  insurance system, as stated by Samvel Kharazyan, Acting Director  General of the Universal Health Insurance Fund, during a July 22  press conference.

Number of universal health insurance beneficiaries up 14% since  beginning of year
Armenia`s health insurance system reaches 1.7 mln beneficiaries
Statistics

Double-digit growth in industrial sector accelerates producer price  index

ArmInfo.  In Armenia, the industrial producer price index increased significantly in the first  half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025, rising from 102.1%  to 108.9%. This was observed against the backdrop of improved annual  performance in the industrial sector, which rebounded from a 12.1%  contraction to a 10.8% growth rate, reaching AMD 1.5 trillion  ($4.1  billion). This is according to preliminary data from the RA  Statistics Committee. A similar upward trend in the industrial PPI  was recorded in June 2026 compared to June 2025, climbing from 102.5%  to 108.8%.  Over this period, industrial performance also shifted  into positive territory, registering a 4% growth rate compared to a  1.2% decline a year prior.

Yerevan Municipality`s revenues AMD 49.2bln as of June 30, 2026

ArmInfo.  As of June 30, instead of the planned 44.6 billion drams, Yerevan managed to collect 49.2 billion drams in its own revenues in the first half of the year. This was announced by David Hakobyan, Acting Head of the Yerevan  Municipality's Revenue Accounting and Collection Department, during a  working meeting of the Mayor's Office on July 20.

World Bank: Armenia among top ten countries with highest female  population shares
Economic activity accelerating in Armenia, foreign trade struggling  to end recession 
Digest

Armenia is restoring railways to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan - pravda.ru

ArmInfo. Armenia has begun restoring the Gyumri-Akhurik and Yeraskh railway sections to ensure transport access to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan.

Demand for apartments in Armenia from Russians has risen – Verstka

ArmInfo. Armenia has begun restoring the Gyumri-Akhurik and Yeraskh railway sections to ensure transport access to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan.

There are already 402 transport projects worth $345 billion in the Eurasian transport framework
EEC Council approves draft Agreement on standardized license in  banking and insurance sectors

Energy

Iranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas - David Khudatyan

ArmInfo. Iranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas, as stated by Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David Khudatyan to reporters on July 29, when commenting on the agreements reached with the Iranian side during his recent visit to Iran.

Minister: Armenia supports Tehran`s proposal to increase gas exports  from Iran

ArmInfo.  Armenia supports Tehran's proposal to increase gas exports from Iran, as stated by RA  Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David  Khudatyan to the Armenian service of Radio Liberty.

Narek Karapetyan proposes applying Indian experience in energy  storage
Tehran and Yerevan agree to set up  joint energy working group

Technology

Mkhitar Hayrapetyan: The Firebird project will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector

ArmInfo. The strategic project implemented by Firebird will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector.

10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicks off on shores of Lake  Sevan

ArmInfo. The 10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicked off on the shores of Lake Sevan on July 26, bringing together startups from around the world, investors,  representatives of venture capital funds and technology companies,  mentors, leading industry experts, and innovation ecosystem leaders.

High-Tech Ministry and UNDP launch  mass tech education program
Green technology educational center to be built in Akhuryan
Real estate

Government decision: Real estate mortgage transactions to be  conducted online and without a notary

ArmInfo.  The Real Estate Cadastre Committee is expanding its verification capabilities for  real estate transactions. During a government session  on July 23,  Committee Chairman Suren Tovmasyan presented the draft  enabling  tripartite agreements to be concluded online for primary market  mortgage financing between a developer, a buyer, and a bank or  mortgage company licensed by the Central Bank.

Armenia wants to fully clarify Real Estate Cadastre by January 1,  2030

ArmInfo.  Armenia wants to fully clarify the Real Estate Cadastre by January 1, 2030. The National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia will discuss amendments to the laws "On State Registration of Property Rights" and "On Urban Development" in the first reading at its plenary session on June 18.

Armenia dealing with errors in property rights registration
Reverse mortgage institution to be introduced in Armenia
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