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 RA finance minister, RA CB governor participate in meeting organized  jointly with IMF and WB RA finance minister, RA CB governor participate in meeting organized  jointly with IMF and WB
 Another shipment of Russian grain to be sent to Armenia via transit  through Azerbaijan Another shipment of Russian grain to be sent to Armenia via transit  through Azerbaijan
RF Quality Inspection to test products from Armenia at consumers`  request RF Quality Inspection to test products from Armenia at consumers`  request 
Customs cooperation between Armenia and Georgia discussed in TbilisiCustoms cooperation between Armenia and Georgia discussed in Tbilisi
 Implementation of AI Factory construction program to contribute to  development of high-tech sectors  Implementation of AI Factory construction program to contribute to  development of high-tech sectors 
New Consumer Protection Rules to Take Effect in Armenia on July 1New Consumer Protection Rules to Take Effect in Armenia on July 1
In Armenia`s interbank currency market from June 15 to 19, ruble transactions were executed more actively than dollar ones.In Armenia`s interbank currency market from June 15 to 19, ruble transactions were executed more actively than dollar ones.
AraratBank: A New Rhythm of Life for Children with Hearing ImpairmentsAraratBank: A New Rhythm of Life for Children with Hearing Impairments
Chelyabinsk food producers interested in expanding their presence in  Armenian marketChelyabinsk food producers interested in expanding their presence in  Armenian market
EU releases 34mln euros to Armenia to compensate for Russia`s trade  punishmentEU releases 34mln euros to Armenia to compensate for Russia`s trade  punishment
Over past 4-5 years, Armenia`s military-industrial complex made  quantum leap - Mkhitar HayrapetyanOver past 4-5 years, Armenia`s military-industrial complex made  quantum leap - Mkhitar Hayrapetyan
Georgia denies reports of Armenian strawberries being re-exported to  Russia under guise of Turkish goodsGeorgia denies reports of Armenian strawberries being re-exported to  Russia under guise of Turkish goods
Ameriabank has Completed Placement of USD 100M Perpetual BondsAmeriabank has Completed Placement of USD 100M Perpetual Bonds
Armenia, Airbus Helicopters sign acquisition of six H145 helicoptersArmenia, Airbus Helicopters sign acquisition of six H145 helicopters
Construction work on Kajaran-Agarak tunnel of North-South transport  corridor is entering new phaseConstruction work on Kajaran-Agarak tunnel of North-South transport  corridor is entering new phase
The EBRD is ready to invest in Armenia`s hotel sector, but there are not enough developed projects – David ManukyanThe EBRD is ready to invest in Armenia`s hotel sector, but there are not enough developed projects – David Manukyan
FlyOne Armenia`s fleet has been expanded with two aircraft – the Airbus A320 and Airbus A321.FlyOne Armenia`s fleet has been expanded with two aircraft – the Airbus A320 and Airbus A321.
Idram and Glovo Sign Memorandum of Cooperation in BarcelonaIdram and Glovo Sign Memorandum of Cooperation in Barcelona
Regulator: Telecom operator Viva Armenia`s acquisition of GNC Alfa to  be completed in coming daysRegulator: Telecom operator Viva Armenia`s acquisition of GNC Alfa to  be completed in coming days
Luys Foundation: Public debt service burden remains highLuys Foundation: Public debt service burden remains high
Starting in July of this year, high-quality Armenian tomatoes to be  exported to EuropeStarting in July of this year, high-quality Armenian tomatoes to be  exported to Europe
Top Travel Destinations of 2026: IDBankTop Travel Destinations of 2026: IDBank
Development of livestock breeding in Armenia to be enshrined in  legislationDevelopment of livestock breeding in Armenia to be enshrined in  legislation
Armenia under incumbent premier to continue to work within EAEU -  expert Armenia under incumbent premier to continue to work within EAEU -  expert 
In Armenia, maximum number of shareholders in non-public funds to be  increased from 49 to 99In Armenia, maximum number of shareholders in non-public funds to be  increased from 49 to 99
Armenia wants to fully clarify Real Estate Cadastre by January 1,  2030Armenia wants to fully clarify Real Estate Cadastre by January 1,  2030
Armenian premier proposes revoking tax benefits for small businesses  if they violate cash register receipt issuance rules three times  within year Armenian premier proposes revoking tax benefits for small businesses  if they violate cash register receipt issuance rules three times  within year 
Armenian premier to attend upcoming meeting of EAEU Intergovernmental  CouncilArmenian premier to attend upcoming meeting of EAEU Intergovernmental  Council
Armenian authorities extend restrictions on foreign cement imports  for another six monthsArmenian authorities extend restrictions on foreign cement imports  for another six months
 RA government approves signing of agreement on mutual recognition of  academic degrees in EAEU member states RA government approves signing of agreement on mutual recognition of  academic degrees in EAEU member states
 Armenian economic operators facing restrictions imposed by  Rosselkhoznadzor will receive additional benefits Armenian economic operators facing restrictions imposed by  Rosselkhoznadzor will receive additional benefits
AMD 5.548bln to be allocated to subsidize insurance premiums for  employees in universal health insurance systemAMD 5.548bln to be allocated to subsidize insurance premiums for  employees in universal health insurance system
RA Government to allocate AMD 1.634bln to fulfill financial  obligations to construction organizationsRA Government to allocate AMD 1.634bln to fulfill financial  obligations to construction organizations
Energy sector transformation must be one of most important areas of  our work - premier Energy sector transformation must be one of most important areas of  our work - premier 
 Expert names conditions for transforming logistics into pillar of  Armenian economy Expert names conditions for transforming logistics into pillar of  Armenian economy
Institution of restructuring insolvent banks being introduced in  Armenian banking systemInstitution of restructuring insolvent banks being introduced in  Armenian banking system
Armenian-Bulgarian Economic Ties DiscussedArmenian-Bulgarian Economic Ties Discussed
Liormand Holdings Limited  company`s legal team  issues statement  regarding ENA expropriation Liormand Holdings Limited  company`s legal team  issues statement  regarding ENA expropriation 
Stockholm Arbitration Institute grants Armenia`s motion to bifurcate  proceedings in case of Liormand Holdings Limited and Karapetyans v.  Armenia.Stockholm Arbitration Institute grants Armenia`s motion to bifurcate  proceedings in case of Liormand Holdings Limited and Karapetyans v.  Armenia.
DigiTec 2026: Dates announced for Armenia`s premier tech eventDigiTec 2026: Dates announced for Armenia`s premier tech event
Control Committee: Nationalization of ENA will be viewed as a  violation of the Tribunal`s decision Control Committee: Nationalization of ENA will be viewed as a  violation of the Tribunal`s decision 
Armenia is a small country, and its only advantage may be speed -  Sergey StanovkinArmenia is a small country, and its only advantage may be speed -  Sergey Stanovkin
Expert: Armenia is betting on boutique tourism, but key  challenges  lie aheadExpert: Armenia is betting on boutique tourism, but key  challenges  lie ahead
Armenia taking action against fictitious debt write-offsArmenia taking action against fictitious debt write-offs
Armenian authorities looking for new  export opportunities for  domestic products to EU marketsArmenian authorities looking for new  export opportunities for  domestic products to EU markets
"Zinap" CEO: 2025 marked the largest surplus between income and  expenditures in the fund`s history
Extraction of non-metallic mineral resources not on the state balance  sheet to be permitted in ArmeniaExtraction of non-metallic mineral resources not on the state balance  sheet to be permitted in Armenia
German company Monolith expresses interest in Armenian marketGerman company Monolith expresses interest in Armenian market
Gevorg Papoyan: Accessibility driving force behind tourism and  investment activityGevorg Papoyan: Accessibility driving force behind tourism and  investment activity
Armenia elected IOTA Executive Board member for first timeArmenia elected IOTA Executive Board member for first time
Armenia dealing with changing taxation of dividends received by  shareholders of commercial banksArmenia dealing with changing taxation of dividends received by  shareholders of commercial banks
The Armenian Parliament approved a report on the implementation of the country`s 2025 state budget.The Armenian Parliament approved a report on the implementation of the country`s 2025 state budget.
Armenian Minister of Economy announces his visit to RussiaArmenian Minister of Economy announces his visit to Russia
Armenian authorities want to create new forms of incentives for law-abiding taxpayers.Armenian authorities want to create new forms of incentives for law-abiding taxpayers.
Armenia will expand the mechanism for using electronic cash register receipts.Armenia will expand the mechanism for using electronic cash register receipts.
The EU is developing emergency measures to redirect Armenian food products to the European market - FTThe EU is developing emergency measures to redirect Armenian food products to the European market - FT
Customs inspections in Armenia to be similar to tax inspectionsCustoms inspections in Armenia to be similar to tax inspections
Process of community consolidation to continue in ArmeniaProcess of community consolidation to continue in Armenia
Rosselkhoznadzor: Restrictions on Armenian agricultural product  supplies not politically motivatedRosselkhoznadzor: Restrictions on Armenian agricultural product  supplies not politically motivated
CBA Lowers 2026 Outlook, Forecasting Moderated GDP Growth to 4.1–4.5% and Foreign Trade ContractionCBA Lowers 2026 Outlook, Forecasting Moderated GDP Growth to 4.1–4.5% and Foreign Trade Contraction
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RF Quality Inspection to test products from Armenia at consumers`  request 

 Saturday, June 20 2026
RF Quality Inspection to test products from Armenia at consumers`  request 

ArmInfo. If necessary, Roskachestvo will test products from Armenia. Maxim Protasov, the head of the agency, announced this in an interview with RIA Novosti.

Economy

RA finance minister, RA CB governor participate in meeting organized  jointly with IMF and WB

ArmInfo.  RA Minister of Finance Vahe Hovhannisyan and Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia Martin Galstyan participated in the annual meeting of the Partnership Group,  organized jointly with the International Monetary Fund and the World  Bank. This was reported in a statement by the press service of the RA  Ministry of Finance.

Another shipment of Russian grain to be sent to Armenia via transit  through Azerbaijan

ArmInfo.  Another shipment of Russian grain will be sent to Armenia via transit through Azerbaijan on June 20, according to Azerbaijani media.

Customs cooperation between Armenia and Georgia discussed in Tbilisi
New Consumer Protection Rules to Take Effect in Armenia on July 1

Finance and banks

In Armenia`s interbank currency market from June 15 to 19, ruble transactions were executed more actively than dollar ones.

ArmInfo.In Armenia's interbank currency market from June 15 to 19, 2026, ruble transactions experienced growth, while dollar transactions began to decline. Euro transactions have not been executed for nearly four months.

AraratBank: A New Rhythm of Life for Children with Hearing Impairments

ArmInfo.A year ago, AraratBank launched a meaningful initiative aimed at giving children with hearing impairments the opportunity to experience the rhythm and magic of music.

Ameriabank has Completed Placement of USD 100M Perpetual Bonds
The EBRD is ready to invest in Armenia`s hotel sector, but there are not enough developed projects – David Manukyan

Insurance

AMD 5.548bln to be allocated to subsidize insurance premiums for  employees in universal health insurance system

ArmInfo.  5.548 billion drams will be allocated to subsidize insurance premiums for employees in the universal health insurance system. The decision to this effect was made at the Armenian government meeting on June 18.

"Zinap" CEO: 2025 marked the largest surplus between income and  expenditures in the fund`s history

ArmInfo.In 2025, the "Zinap" National Military Insurance Fund recorded the largest positive surplus between its income and expenditures in the organization's history.  Karine Sargsyan, CEO of "Zinap," announced this during an annual press conference while presenting the fund's activity report  and financial results.

Anahit Avanesyan: Universal health insurance system to become  irreversible
In Armenia, loss ratio for MTPL insurance shows decline in May 2026
Statistics

Real estate transactions by foreigners in Armenia rise by  32.3% YoY

ArmInfo.  During the first quarter of 2026, foreign citizens completed 1,073 real estate buy-sell transactions in Armenia, representing a 32.3% increase  compared to the previous year's figure. Transactions executed by  foreigners accounted for 6.8% of the total volume of real estate  deals, up from 6.5% a year earlier. This is evidenced by data  provided by the State Committee of the Real Estate Cadastre of the  Republic of Armenia.

Yerevan apartment prices continue to rise amid surge in real estate  transactions

ArmInfo.  The average market value of apartment buildings in Yerevan rose by 3.8% in the first quarter of 2026 (compared to a 1.5% increase a year earlier), averaging 482.1 thousand drams per square meter.

Armenian hydroelectric power plants, Nuclear Power Plant  reducing  power generation, while thermal power plants, solar power plants, and  wind power plants  increasing their output
Armenia`s metallurgical industry increases production volumes by 33%
Digest

State Department Spokesperson: American companies sign agreements  worth over $8 Billion with Azerbaijan

ArmInfo.  American companies have signed commercial agreements worth more than $8 billion with Azerbaijan,  as stated by US Assistant Secretary of  State for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs Caleb Orr.

Georgia does not rule out Armenia`s participation in BTK railway  project - Kobakhidze

ArmInfo.  Georgia does not rule out Armenia's participation in the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars (BTK) railway project and is ready to deepen transit cooperation with Yerevan, as stated by Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze  following the opening ceremony of the new BTK railway line.

EAEU member states plan to implement joint projects on application of  AI technologies
Industrial policy within  EAEU clearly lagging behind. - Lukashenko

Energy

Energy sector transformation must be one of most important areas of  our work - premier 

ArmInfo.  Armenia's energy sector needs transformation. RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated this at a government meeting on June 18.

Slovak company installs alternative water supply system at Armenian  NPP

ArmInfo.The European Union continues to support nuclear safety in Armenia by providing additional assistance to implement stress test measures. The  alternative water supply equipment, delivered to the Armenian Nuclear  Power Plant (ANPP) by the Slovak company VUEZ as part of an EU-funded  project, has successfully passed factory and site acceptance tests,  confirming its full compliance with technical requirements, as noted  in a statement issued by the Armenian NPP CJSC.

Khudatyan clarifies why Armenia is in no rush to decide on supplier  for small modular reactor
 PSRC Head: Higher Russian gas prices will evidentially impact  Armenia`s domestic electricity tariffs

Technology

Implementation of AI Factory construction program to contribute to  development of high-tech sectors 

ArmInfo.  A meeting chaired by RA Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan was held to discuss the progress of Firebird's construction of an artificial intelligence data center  ("AI Factory") in Armenia.

Over past 4-5 years, Armenia`s military-industrial complex made  quantum leap - Mkhitar Hayrapetyan

ArmInfo.Over the past 4-5 years, Armenia's military-industrial complex (MIC) has made a quantum leap. This was stated by Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, Minister of High-Tech Industry of Armenia, speaking at the Eurosatory 2026 international  exhibition in Paris.

Regulator: Telecom operator Viva Armenia`s acquisition of GNC Alfa to  be completed in coming days
DigiTec 2026: Dates announced for Armenia`s premier tech event
Real estate

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

ArmInfo.   Armenia intends to fully clarify the Real Estate Cadastre by January 1, 2030. At its May 19 meeting, the RA National Assembly Committee on Economic Affairs approved amendments to the laws "On State Registration of Property Rights" and "On Urban Development."

Reverse mortgage institution to be introduced in Armenia
Mortgage transactions in Armenia increased by 32.2% in 2025
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