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Yerevan to host first Armenia-EU summit from May 4-5 - Foreign Ministry

A significant increase in water volume is expected in Armenia's rivers due to heavy precipitation

MFA issued a clarification regarding compensation of up to 250,000 drams for canceled flights

"Green Prod" LLC to invest 2.4 billion drams in cheese production in Armenia

Politics

EU intends to provide Armenia with €143 million in development support

26.03.2026, 20:57

On Thursday, the Armenian government approved a draft presidential decree approving the financial agreement between Armenia and the European Commission, the "Multi-Sector Budget Support Agreement."

BREAKING

Yerevan to host first Armenia-EU summit from May 4-5 - Foreign Ministry

A significant increase in water volume is expected in Armenia's rivers due to heavy precipitation

MFA issued a clarification regarding compensation of up to 250,000 drams for canceled flights

"Green Prod" LLC to invest 2.4 billion drams in cheese production in Armenia

Tourism

Armenia Establishes New Qualification Requirements for Tour Guides

26.03.2026, 19:02

Politics

MFA: Eight Armenian citizens returned from Israel to their homeland due to the situation in the Middle East

26.03.2026, 18:51

Economy

"Narplast" to Invest 1 Billion AMD in Polymer Product Production

26.03.2026, 17:44

Economy

Armenia and UN World Food Programme discuss a new strategy for 2026-2030

26.03.2026, 17:42

Politics

Pashinyan Reveals Discussion with Putin Over Armenian Railways

The issue of managing Armenia's railways was discussed during a recent telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated at a briefing on Thursday.

26.03.2026, 14:54

Economy

Armenia will exhibit at the Expo 2027 World Exhibition in Serbia with a separate pavilion

Armenia will exhibit at the Expo 2027 World Exhibition in Belgrade with a separate pavilion, announced Minister of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports Zhanna Andreasyan during a meeting with Serbian Ambassador to Armenia Tatjana Cvetkovic.

26.03.2026, 12:25

Economy

Armenia has not imposed any restrictions on the use of its airspace – Civil Aviation Committee

Armenia has not imposed any restrictions on the use of its airspace for any country, including Azerbaijani civil aircraft, the Civil Aviation Committee of Armenia reported on Facebook.

26.03.2026, 11:14

Business

USD 60 Million: Ameriabank Joins Financing of Firebird’s AI Data Center Construction in Armenia

Ameriabank has provided USD 60 million in financing for the construction of an AI data center by Firebird AI, marking the launch of the financing process for a project of key importance to Armenia’s economy.

26.03.2026, 10:21

Economy

More than 5,200 families displaced from Artsakh have received housing certificates in Armenia

5,217 families displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh have already received housing certificates in Armenia, announced RA Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Arsen Torosyan.

25.03.2026, 19:14

Economy

Armenia's military spending in 2022-2025 exceeded the previous 20-year figures by 5.4 times: Papikyan

Armenia's spending on weapons and military equipment in 2022-2025 exceeded similar figures for the previous 20 years by 5.4 times, stated Defense Minister Suren Papikyan.

25.03.2026, 18:33

Interview

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20 years of “Novosti-Armenia”: A conversation with Director General Galina Davidyan about trust, meaning, and the future of journalism

25.11.2025, 12:44

Armenian "Oscar" in digital world: how the Armenia Digital Awards competition is changing the market

28.04.2025, 14:49

President of Capital Club Grigor Arakelyan: Business clubs are a game in the major league

11.03.2025, 11:00

Untapped potential: TCF co-founder on opportunities and prospects of crowdfunding in Armenia (EXCLUSIVE)

18.02.2025, 16:21

Economy

Armenia's foreign trade turnover in January-February increased by 9.3% to $3.06 billion

According to current data, Armenia's foreign trade turnover in January-February 2026 amounted to $3,064.1 million, 9.3% higher than the same period in 2025, the Statistical Committee of reports.

25.03.2026, 16:43

Economy

Electricity generation in Armenia increased by 7.1% in the first two months of 2026

According to current data, electricity production in January-February 2026 increased by 7.1% compared to the same period in 2025, the Statistical Committee reports.

25.03.2026, 16:39

Economy

Consumer prices in Armenia increased by 4.1% in January-February

According to preliminary data, consumer prices in Armenia increased by 4.1% in January-February 2026 compared to January-February 2025. This is according to a report from the Statistical Committee.

25.03.2026, 16:34

Economy

Economic activity in Armenia grew by 7.4% in the first two months of 2026

According to preliminary data, Armenia's economic activity index (EVI) in January-February 2026 registered a 7.4% increase compared to the first two months of 2025, the Statistical Committee of the Republic reports.

25.03.2026, 16:32

Life

Armenia Ratifies Agreement on the Establishment of the International Big Cat Alliance

The National Assembly of Armenia ratified the Framework Agreement on the Establishment of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) at its session on Wednesday.

25.03.2026, 14:37

Economy

Armenia Bans Sale of Single-Use Plastic Bags Starting in 2027

Starting January 1, 2027, a ban on the sale of single-use plastic bags, as well as their use in retail and catering establishments, will take effect in Armenia.

25.03.2026, 14:02

Politics

Armenia Ratifies EAEU Trade Agreements with the UAE and Mongolia

At its session on Wednesday, the National Assembly of Armenia ratified the economic partnership agreement between the EAEU and the UAE, as well as the interim trade agreement between the EAEU and Mongolia.

25.03.2026, 13:09

Economy

Armenia expands support for individuals with disabilities: list of resources expanded, benefits increased

The list of assistive devices provided to individuals with disabilities in Armenia has been expanded to include diapers, RA Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Arsen Torosyan announced.

25.03.2026, 12:15

Video

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How “trade wars” will change the global market: political scientist, economist Hrant Mikayelyan

15.04.2025, 10:51

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11.04.2025, 11:24

How not to lose money: Internet scams. Samvel Martirosyan

27.06.2024, 13:41

How to Make Armenia a Country of Artificial Intelligence Technologies: Rem Darbinyan

19.06.2024, 13:37