Exports & Trade Diversification: Armenia exported 162 tonnes of apricots (first shipments to Ukraine and Georgia) and, from June 1-17, shipped 411 tonnes of greenhouse vegetables and strawberries plus about 1.8m flowers, with new demand and destinations expanding beyond traditional markets. Russia Impact on Agriculture: Russia’s restrictions remain a pressure point, including bans on some Armenian products and limits on stone fruits and other produce; the government is also extending support for greenhouse farms hit by Rosselkhoznadzor rules. EU Support & Standards: Armenia’s EU push continues as the EU prepares emergency trade measures and Armenia’s aviation insurance law is aligned with EU standards; lawmakers also approved a new “On Investments” law to set equal conditions for local and foreign investors. Public Finance & Economy: Tax revenues and duties rose 14% in 2025 to 2.725trn drams; the Central Bank says growth stays strong but inflation risks persist amid global uncertainty. Business & Infrastructure: Armenia approved €112.4m for water and agriculture development (AFD + EU) and extended cement import licensing for six months to protect local competition. Digital & Payments: Idram and Glovo signed a cooperation deal to enable payments via the Idram&IDBank app in Glovo; Armeconombank will stop servicing magnetic stripe Arca cards after June 2026. Investment Climate: Armenia is moving to reform procurement rules to boost transparency and competition. Regional Connectivity: Pashinyan says Armenia and the U.S. will speed up TRIPP implementation, with ratification underway.