Artsakh Tourism Warning: A new statement says tourism must not be used to normalize or erase the Artsakh genocide while displaced Armenians still can’t return safely and voluntarily. Trade Pivot: Armenia’s exports to the EU jumped 80% in H1 2026 to $516m as Russia tightened restrictions; trade turnover with Russia fell 20.9% to $2.63bn and Russia’s share of total trade dropped to 27.5%. Economic Outlook & Growth: Armenia’s GDP rose 6.7% y/y in Q2 2026; growth was led by administration, finance, transport, mining and construction, while agriculture fell 15.3%. Government 2026–2031 Plan: The cabinet program targets ~6% annual growth, 125,000 jobs, bigger exports and a stronger corporate bond market, with peace-building via TRIPP and “Crossroads of Peace.” Church Reform: The program links reforms to “spiritual security,” including ensuring resignation of the de facto Catholicos and moving toward a new charter and financial transparency. Energy & Border Moves: Armenia plans energy market reforms and diversification, and will fund reconstruction of key rail sections to Nakhchivan and Turkey from the state budget. Humanitarian: Armenia will allocate about $43,000 to transport and treat children from Gaza in local hospitals. Parliament & Oversight: The National Assembly elected standing committee chairs, with Civil Contract taking most posts.