Russian Border Guards Leave Armenia-Iran Checkpoint

“Starting today, only the Border Guard Troops of the Republic of Armenia will carry out border control at the Agarak border crossing point on the Armenia-Iran state border,” Pashinian wrote on Facebook. He thanked the Russian border guards for their …

Former Defense Chief Wanted In Armenia

Russian bloggers reported earlier in the day that Karapetian, who held the post for just three months in 2021, was briefly detained by police in Moscow on Sunday. But an Armenian pro-opposition publication quoted him saying that he was only summoned to a …

Growing a greener Armenia: ATP’s 2024 planting milestone

Seasonal employees from remote villages hired to assist with Armenia Tree Project’s fall planting ATP’s fall planting season has now been finalized, bringing the total number of trees planted this year to 869,228 across its Forestry and Community Tree …

EDB: Armenia’s Economic Growth Slows Due to Decline in Precious Metals Processing

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has analyzed the reasons behind the sharp slowdown in Armenia’s economic activity in November 2024, pointing to the exhaustion of the boost from external trade and precious metals processing as key factors in the decline …

Armenia Outperforms Its Income Group in Talent Competitiveness - Global Index

According to the 2023 Global Talent Competitiveness Index (GTCI) published by the prestigious INSEAD business school network, Armenia ranks 55th out of 134 countries, trailing only Georgia (46th) in the South Caucasus region. Armenia demonstrated mixed …

Electricity Tariffs in Armenia to Remain Unchanged in 2025

The Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia has approved electricity tariffs for 2025, maintaining the current rates for consumers after a thorough review of all influencing factors. During its session on December 30, the Commission decided that …

Tax Overview 2025: Utility Bill Increases and Tax Changes Expected in Armenia

A fact-checking platform has analyzed the key changes in local and national levies that will affect Armenian citizens in 2025. The new rates will impact utility bills and various taxation areas. Starting in 2025, residents of Yerevan will face a …

Russia’s Gazprom earmarks $360M for new Armenia investment program: THIS WEEK IN BUSINESS

History Museum of Armenia to be open to visitors during holidays

The History Museum of Armenia will be open to visitors on January 1 and 2 from 12pm to 4pm. Starting from January 3, the museum will run as normal. Visitors can explore the museum’s permanent exhibition halls showcasing artifacts from the Stone Age to the …

Georgia is making relations with Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Türkiye stronger - President Kavelashvili

"Georgia supports peace in the South Caucasus and makes relations with Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Türkiye stronger," said Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili at "Ambassadors - 2024" conference of diplomats, accredited in the country, …