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January 20, 2026
Economy
Armenia's Ministry of Economy: The loan portfolio of agricultural support programs has reached 439 billion drams
As part of the Productivity Promotion Program, the loan and leasing portfolio until the end of 2025 amounted to about 439 billion drams, the number of beneficiaries was 4,976 with 8,841 signed contracts, and the purchased machinery and equipment was 13,660 units, announced Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan while presenting the ministry's activity report for 2025 to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.
20.01.2026, 18:18
Economy
Armenia's Foreign Intelligence Service: Unblocking regional communications and TRIPP project will expand opportunities for economy
Unblocking regional communications and implementing the TRIPP project will expand the economic and logistical capabilities of Armenia and the entire region, according to Armenia's Foreign Intelligence Service's (FIS) report "On the External Security Risks of the Republic of Armenia in 2026," which was provided exclusively to the Armenpress news agency.
20.01.2026, 17:21
Economy
Armenia's average annual economic growth from 2021 to 2025 was approximately 8.13%, according to minister
Armenia's average annual economic growth from 2021 to 2025 was approximately 8.13%, compared to the government's target of 7.0% for 2021–2026, the Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan revealed today.
20.01.2026, 16:41
Society
In November 2025, more than 21,000 real estate transactions were completed in Armenia
In November 2025, some 21,144 real estate transactions were completed in Armenia, compared to 21,030 transactions in November 2024 and 22,738 transactions in October 2025, according to data from the Statistical Committee.
20.01.2026, 16:33
Economy
Sanctions against Russia will continue to threaten Armenia's economy, according to a Foreign Intelligence Service
Armenia's Foreign Intelligence Service (FIS) has assessed the impact of Western sanctions against Russia on the Armenian economy in 2026.
20.01.2026, 16:14
Economy
Armenia's trade turnover with Russia reaches a record $14 billion, Lavrov
Trade turnover between Armenia and Russia has reached a record $14 billion thanks to its membership in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced at a press conference summarizing Russia's diplomatic activities in 2025, TASS reported.
20.01.2026, 16:06
Politics
"Unfreezing" of Armenia's CSTO membership unlikely - Foreign Intelligence Service
Armenia's Foreign Intelligence Service (FIS) considers it unlikely that Armenia's membership in the CSTO will be "unfreezed" in 2026.
20.01.2026, 15:07
Economy
Yerevan-Rhodes-Yerevan Flight To Be Launched By Wizz Air
Starting June 7, 2026, Wizz Air will begin flights to the Greek island of Rhodes, according to the press service of Armenia International Airports CJSC.
20.01.2026, 15:04
Politics
Armenia's withdrawal from EAEU will lead to bankruptcy of hundreds of thousands of families, Tashir Group Vice President
Narek Karapetyan, Vice President of Tashir Group and coordinator of the "Our Way" movement, warned of the risks of Armenia's withdrawal from the EAEU.
20.01.2026, 15:03
Economy
EDB expects consumer price growth in Armenia to remain at 3.3% in 2026
The Eurasian Development Bank forecasts that consumer price growth in Armenia will remain at 3.3% in 2026, close to the Central Bank of Armenia's target of 3±1%.
20.01.2026, 14:42
Politics
Trade with Azerbaijan raises concerns: Tashir Group Vice President
Trade with Azerbaijan raises concerns, said Narek Karapetyan, Vice President of Tashir Group and coordinator of the "Mer Dzevov" movement.
20.01.2026, 13:58
Economy
Opening border with Turkey will have positive impact on Armenia's economy, says Tashir Group Vice President
The opening of the border with Turkey will have a positive impact on Armenia's economy, stated Narek Karapetyan, Vice President of Tashir Group and coordinator of the "Our Way" movement.
20.01.2026, 13:30
Politics
Samvel Karapetyan's economic concept, "5 Steps to a Strong Armenia," was presented in Yerevan
The economic concept of Tashir Group President and philanthropist Samvel Karapetyan, "5 Steps to a Strong Armenia," was presented in Yerevan. It is aimed at strengthening Armenia's economy.
20.01.2026, 12:45
Politics
Trump invited Pashinyan to join the Gaza Peace Council
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received an official invitation from US President Donald Trump to join the Gaza Peace Council as a founding member, according to Nazeli Baghdasaryan, the Armenian prime minister's spokesperson.
20.01.2026, 11:38
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YEREVAN, January 17. /ARKA/.Fitch Ratings has revised the Outlook on Armenia's Long-Term Foreign-Currency (LTFC) Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to Positive from Stable and affirmed the IDR at 'BB-'.
Fitch Revises Armenia's Outlook to Positive; Affirms at 'BB-'
