Wednesday, June 17 2026 15:51
Alexandr Avanesov

Armenian authorities looking for new  export opportunities for  domestic products to EU markets

Armenian authorities looking for new  export opportunities for  domestic products to EU markets

ArmInfo.  Armenian authorities are exploring new opportunities to expand the export of domestic products to EU markets. During a plenary session on June 17, the RA NA discussed, in the first reading, amendments to the law "On  Food Safety" and a package of related documents proposed by the  government.

In her address, Deputy Minister of Economy Tatevik Sargsyan noted  that as of 2025, Armenia has gained the opportunity to export  aquaculture fish, caviar, and other fish products to EU countries.  However, according to EC regulations, local companies must be  registered in the European electronic control system, TRACES, to  facilitate these shipments.

The Food Safety Inspection Body of Armenia is responsible for  overseeing inspections and ensuring that farms comply with EU  regulations. To register in the system, business entities must submit  applications to the Inspection Body. The body will then conduct  on-site inspections; if the results are positive, the application is  submitted to the European Commission for approval. Resolving issues  related to the safety of domestic products will enable the unimpeded  supply of fish and fish products to the European market. As of now,  five applications have already been submitted by five companies.