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EIB Group and Ameriabank strengthen support for Armenian businesses through EU-backed guarantee

Unibank was a partner of the international forum “Yerevan Dialogue”

Over 2.48 million people are included in the Armenian electoral register - Migration Service

Wildberries announced a phased restoration of sales of goods from Armenia

Politics

Robert Kocharyan: Armenian authorities are jeopardizing their membership in the Eurasian Economic Union

08.05.2026, 21:42

The policies of the Armenian authorities threaten Armenia's membership in the Eurasian Economic Union, stated Robert Kocharyan, leader of the opposition bloc "Armenia," and second President of the Republic of Armenia.

BREAKING

EIB Group and Ameriabank strengthen support for Armenian businesses through EU-backed guarantee

Unibank was a partner of the international forum “Yerevan Dialogue”

Over 2.48 million people are included in the Armenian electoral register - Migration Service

Wildberries announced a phased restoration of sales of goods from Armenia

Economy

Construction of a €14.4 million customs and logistics center has begun in southern Armenia

08.05.2026, 21:21

Economy

ENA owners will not agree to a company sale deal with the government due to a significantly reduced price

08.05.2026, 19:02

Economy

Armenia's foreign trade turnover increased by 4.6% in the first quarter, reaching $4.7 billion: Russia leads, with China and Iran in the top three

08.05.2026, 17:23

Business

The Power of One Dram to ‘’Vahe Meliksetyan’’ Foundation

08.05.2026, 15:54

Politics

Freedom House again classified Armenia as "partly free"

The international human rights organization Freedom House published its annual report, "Freedom in the World 2026: Autocracy's Growing Shadow," in which Armenia was again classified as "partly free."

08.05.2026, 14:52

Economy

In Armenia, the birth rate increased by 0.2% in the first quarter of 2026, while the death rate decreased by 8.7%.

In Armenia, the birth rate increased by 0.2% in January-March 2026, compared to January-March 2025, while the death rate decreased by 8.7%.

08.05.2026, 14:48

Society

WHO assesses the risk of hantavirus spread as low: there is no threat to the population in Armenia

The National Center for Disease Control and Prevention of Armenia reported that the global risk of hantavirus spread remains low, and the situation in Armenia is under control and there is no threat to the population.

08.05.2026, 14:45

Economy

Armenia plans to raise the threshold for micro-businesses

The threshold for micro-businesses will be raised in Armenia, announced Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

08.05.2026, 14:40

Politics

Pre-election campaigning for parliamentary elections begins in Armenia

Pre-election campaigning for the parliamentary elections began in Armenia on May 8 and will continue until June 5.

08.05.2026, 10:43

Economy

Gasoline prices in Armenia increased by 0.6% in April, while diesel fuel prices increased by 7%

Gasoline prices in Armenia increased by 0.6% in April 2026 compared to April 2025, while diesel fuel prices increased by 7%.

08.05.2026, 10:22

Interview

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More Than Brokerage: How Wealth Management Culture Is Taking Shape in Armenia – An Interview with the Deputy CEO of Wilco Wealth Management

21.04.2026, 11:27

Automation and Next-Generation Projects: How Renshin is Building a New Growth Model in Urban Development Investment Market

15.04.2026, 13:59

Regional geopolitical risks are the main deterrent to investment in Armenia – expert

06.04.2026, 14:22

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

Business

The international chess tournament supported by IDBank has concluded

The Yerevan Spring ID Cup, organized with the support of IDBank, has successfully concluded.

07.05.2026, 19:04

Economy

Kremlin linked Armenia's economic situation to relations with Russia

Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov stated that Armenia's favorable economic development is largely linked to the development of relations with Russia and cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

07.05.2026, 19:01

Economy

Yerevan Municipality announced a timeframe for resolving the capital's sewerage problem

Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan announced that the problem with Yerevan's sewer system is planned to be fully resolved within the next 5-6 years, or sooner if the pace is accelerated.

07.05.2026, 18:23

Economy

Yerevan to host prestigious Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026 wine competition for the first time: $1.75 million allocated for organization

The Armenian government has approved the allocation of 648 million drams (over $1.75 million) to hold the international wine tasting competition Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026 from May 19 to 23, 2026.

07.05.2026, 17:24

Business

FINTECH360 International Conference Held in Armenia

The international FINTECH360 conference took place in Yerevan, bringing together around 500 participants from more than 30 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland, Cyprus, Latvia, Luxembourg, Romania, UAE, India, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Moldova, Uzbekistan, Georgia, and others.

07.05.2026, 16:42

Business

100 million euros will be allocated for business development in Armenia: ACBA Bank

ACBA Bank, in a new partnership with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, will allocate 100 million euros to the development of businesses operating in Armenia, with the EBRD bearing the risk of 50 million euros of the financing.

07.05.2026, 16:39

Economy

Food prices in Armenia increased by 9.5% year-on-year and 2.8% month-on-month in April

Food and non-alcoholic beverage prices increased by 9.5% in April 2026 compared to April 2025, and by 2.8% month-on-month, according to a report by the Statistical Committee.

07.05.2026, 16:31

Economy

In Armenia, 12-month inflation was 5.3% in April, with prices increasing by 1.3% over the month

In Armenia, inflation was 5.3% in April 2026 compared to April 2025, with a monthly increase of 1.3%.

07.05.2026, 14:59

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19.06.2024, 13:37