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February 17, 2026

Economy

Armenia must transition to new economic model– David Ananyan

Armenia's economic model, which has been in place for decades, has proven ineffective, announced today former Chairman of the State Revenue Committee David Ananyan.

17.02.2026, 18:05

Business

VTB (Armenia) Opens Renovated Office in Ashtarak

A renovated VTB (Armenia) office has officially opened in Ashtarak. The ceremony was graced by the presence of the bank's management, partners, clients, and special guests from regional branches.

17.02.2026, 17:02

Economy

Armenia records annual decline in exports and imports in 2025 for the first time since 2020 – WB

In 2025, Armenia's combined exports and imports fell by 36.1% and 23.6%, respectively, marking the first annual decline in both indicators since 2020. This is according to the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – February 2026."

17.02.2026, 15:08

Politics

Ruben Vardanyan's family called the sentence handed down by a Baku court "horrific, but expected"

Ruben Vardanyan's family has released a statement following his sentencing by a military court in Azerbaijan.

17.02.2026, 12:25

Economy

Armenia among top 5 importers of white chocolate from Russia in 2025

Armenia entered the top five largest importers of white chocolate from Russia by the end of 2025, TASS reports, citing data from the federal center Agroexport.

17.02.2026, 11:18

Economy

Economic activity growth in Armenia in 2025 significantly exceeds expectations – WB

Economic activity growth in Armenia in 2025 significantly exceeds initial expectations, according to the World Bank's "Armenia Monthly Economic Update – February 2026."

17.02.2026, 10:30

Economy

Modular NPP is the most preferred option for Armenia: PSRC head on cooperation with USA

Construction of a modular NPP is the most preferred option for Armenia, stated Mesrop Mesropyan, Chairman of the Public Services Regulatory Commission (PSRC), speaking Monday about cooperation with the US in the peaceful use of nuclear energy.

17.02.2026, 10:20