ArmInfo. The Central Bank of Armenia (CBA) has lowered its 2026 outlook, anticipating a more pronounced deceleration in GDP growth to 4.1–4.5% (compared to the previously projected 4.7–7.1% growth and the actual growth of 7.1% in 2025). Growth rates in 2027 are expected to shift marginally to 3.7–4.7% (down from the previously projected 5.3–5.7%).

ArmInfo.  The French company Thales and the Armenian company BuTech have announced a strategic partnership in the military-industrial sector. Minister of High- Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan shared this information on his Facebook page, calling it a major achievement for the  military-industrial complex of the Republic of Armenia.

ArmInfo.  Armenian Ambassador to Iran Grigor Hakobyan met with Foroud Asgari, Head of the Iranian Customs Administration.

ArmInfo.  Armenia is preparing to host the Global Healthcare Travel Forum (GHTF) this autumn.

ArmInfo.  During a press conference held on June 16, 2026, the Chairman of the Central Bank of Armenia (CBA), Martin Galstyan, stated that a hike in natural gas prices is considered highly unlikely.

ArmInfo.  If Armenian producers are unable to reorient their exports to new markets and remain dependent on the Russian market, the excess supply of certain goods could trigger a deflationary effect in Armenia, estimated at  0.6%,  as stated by Central Bank Chairman Martin Galstyan during a  press conference on June 16, when answering journalists' questions.

ArmInfo.  In the near term, the main uncertainties regarding price growth in Armenia are related to the duration of inflationary trends emerging in global food markets, and in this context, to the speed and scale of domestic  price adjustments. This is noted in the rationale for the Central  Bank of Armenia's decision on June 16 to keep the refinancing rate  unchanged at 6.5%.

ArmInfo. The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) today celebrates 20 years since its founding. What began as a bilateral initiative has grown over two decades into one of the most respected multilateral development institutions in the Eurasian region, according to a statement from the Bank's press  service.

ArmInfo.  During the Eurosatory 2026 international defense exhibition, Armenian Minister of High-Tech Industry Mkhitar Hayrapetyan met with French Minister Delegate for the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Alice Rufo to  discuss the expansion of bilateral cooperation. Hayrapetyan shared  this information in a post on his Facebook  page.

ArmInfo.   A new, extremely dangerous type of fraud has spread in Armenia, in which fraudsters use artificial intelligence to copy the appearance and voice of your relatives, friends, or colleagues.

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ArmInfo. The rating agency Moody's Ratings has reaffirmed the B2 credit rating of the Zangezur Copper-Molybdenum Combine (ZCMC) with  a stable outlook, as evidenced by data from Moody's completed regular review of ZCMC's ratings.

ArmInfo.Armenia currently maintains a very strong position in terms of economic attractiveness, as stated Martin Galstyan, Chairman of the Central  Bank of Armenia (CBA), during a parliamentary session on June 16. In  response to inquiries from deputies, he  highlighted the significant  inflow of capital into the country.

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.

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ArmInfo. The Central Bank of Armenia is maintaining the refinancing rate at 6.5%. This decision was made on June 16 at a meeting of the Central Bank of Armenia's Board, according to which the rates on Lombard repos (8%) and on deposits from banks (5%) were also maintained at the previous level.

ArmInfo. Armenian wines received high marks at the prestigious international competition International Wine and Spirit Competition (IWSC). According to the press service of the Vine and Wine Foundation of Armenia (VWFA), Armenian wines won 1 gold, 14 silver and 3 bronze medals. "Armenian wines continue to confidently make their presence felt at the most prestigious international venues, confirming what we have long known: quality needs no translation.

ArmInfo. The universal health insurance system will become irreversible. This was stated by RA Minister of Health Anahit Avanesyan during a session of the National Assembly on June 16.

ArmInfo. Deputy Minister of Economy of Armenia Tatevik Sargsyan held a meeting with agricultural producers in the Shirak region.

ArmInfo. In recent years, there has been a steady growth trend in financial services exports from Armenia. This was stated by RA Minister of Finance Vahe Hovhannisyan on June 16, while presenting the country's 2025 state budget implementation in the National Assembly.