Dual Belarusian-Russian investor serves notice of dispute against Armenia over expropriation of Tsarukyan`s enterprises
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo. Mikolai Vinitsky, a dual Belarusian-Russian investor, has announced that, on  27 July 2026, he served a Notice of Intent to Submit Claims to  Arbitration on the Republic of Armenia, formally notifying the  Government of Armenia of an investment dispute arising under three  investment protection treaties.  The investor's statement was  published by Iveta Tonoyan, press secretary of Gagik Tsarukyan's  Prosperous Armenia Party, on  her Facebook page.

Gevorg Papoyan:  Ministry of Economy employee to become new director  of Araratcement CJSC
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo.  The management of Araratcement CJSC has been fully transferred to the Ministry of Economy, as stated by Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan  to  journalists on July 30.

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World Bank forecasts Armenia`s poverty rate to continue declining in  2026–2028
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo.  According to the World Bank (WB) forecast, the poverty level in Armenia, calculated on the basis of purchasing power parity (PPP)  at  $8.3 per person per  day (2021 PPP), will continue to decline, reaching 43% by 2028. For  2026, the country's poverty level is projected to drop to 44.9% (down  from an estimated 46.4% in 2025, against 47.4% in 2024) and further  to 44% in 2027. This is noted in the July WB report "Armenia's  Economic Pulse: Pursuing Poverty-Reducing Growth through More  Impactful Fiscal Policy"

AMD 650 mln  to be allocated for completion of Vedi reservoir  construction project
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo.  AMD 650 million will be allocated to complete the construction project of the Vedi  reservoir in Armenia.  The decision was approved at a meeting of the  RA government on July 30.

RA Government to provide financial assistance to fish farms in   Ararat and Armavir regions
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo.  The Armenian government will provide financial assistance to 135 fish farms in the  Ararat and Armavir regions. During its July 30 meeting, the Cabinet  approved support measures for fish farming enterprises in these  regions.

Armenia introduces temporary restrictions on  import of tomatoes and  tomato paste
 Thursday, July 30 2026,

ArmInfo.  Armenia is introducing temporary restrictions on the import of tomatoes and  tomato paste. The decision was made during a government meeting on  July 30.

FlyOne Armenia has launched direct flights between Yerevan and Tashkent.
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo. A ceremonial welcome ceremony for the inaugural flight of FlyOne Armenia, the Armenian airline that launched direct air service between Yerevan and Tashkent, took place at Tashkent International Airport. This was reported by UzDaily.uz, citing Uzbekistan Airports.

Armenia is restoring railways to the borders with Turkey and Azerbaijan - pravda.ru
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

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
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

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

Green Rock and Hyatt Sign Agreement for Armenia’s First Hyatt Regency Hotel and Hold Official Groundbreaking Ceremony
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo.Green Rock and Hyatt Hotels Corporation have signed an agreement to introduce the internationally renowned premium hotel brand Hyatt Regency Dilijan to Armenia. The hotel will become the first Hyatt Regency property in the country and will be developed in Dilijan.

Luys Foundation Armenia`s foreign trade dynamics risk further deterioration amid Russian restrictions
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo. The Luys Foundation has released an analysis of Armenia's socio-economic development for January–June 2026.

Moody s Ratings changes Armenia`s outlook to positive from stable; expecting GDP growth of 5-5.5% in 2026-2027
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo. Moody's has improved the outlook on Armenia's sovereign rating from "Stable" to "Positive," affirming the long-term rating at "Ba3." As noted in a statement released today by the Central Bank of Armenia, the rating agency made this decision yesterday.  Moody's based the change in Armenia's sovereign rating outlook on the following key factors:  Reducing geopolitical and political risks. a material reduction in political risks underpinned by a lower probability of renewed large-scale hostilities with Azerbaijan, the normalization of relations with Turkey. a rebalancing of external relations toward a more diversified set of partners, and contained domestic political risks

Romanos Petrosyan: ENA owner to receive market value plus 15% premium following company assessment
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo. Within a few weeks, the government will decide whether to recognize the public's overriding interest in 100% of the shares of Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) CJSC, as stated by Romanos Petrosyan, ENA Interim Manager, to reporters.

Iranian gas is not an alternative to Russian gas - David Khudatyan
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

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.

Gevorg Papoyan: It`s impossible for goods sold in the UAE, Europe,  and China to be unsellable in Russia
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

ArmInfo.  "We, as a full member of the EAEU and a country, are genuinely concerned about the  future of the union because we want the EAEU to exist and function  effectively, not like the CSTO," Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg  Papoyan told reporters on July 29.  He noted that, under EAEU  legislation, all member countries are obligated to ensure the free  movement of goods, services, and labor. Failure to do so means the  union's legislation and fundamental principles are not working.

Minister: Armenia supports Tehran`s proposal to increase gas exports  from Iran
 Wednesday, July 29 2026,

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.

The first Armenian-British business forum will be held in Yerevan this fall.
 Tuesday, July 28 2026,

ArmInfo. For the first time, the Armenian-British Business Forum 2026 (Armenia-UK Business Forum 2026) will be held in Yerevan this fall. The Oxford Alumni Business Club of Armenia (OABCA) announced this.

Mkhitar Hayrapetyan: The Firebird project will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector
 Tuesday, July 28 2026,

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

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