Telecom & Connectivity: Telecom Armenia and Azerbaijan’s AzerTelecom signed a deal for commercial internet traffic transit, aiming to diversify routes and boost reliability—while local security experts warn it could increase Armenia’s exposure to monitoring and political pressure. Agribusiness Exports: Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan says Armenia shipped about 800 tons of fruits and vegetables plus several tons of flowers from June 19-21, including apricots, cherries, tomatoes and peppers, as exporters navigate Russia/EAEU restrictions. Casino & Tax Enforcement: Armenia’s Economy Ministry terminated Onira Club LLC’s Shangri La casino license after audit discrepancies in gaming machine “Bet/Win/In/Out” reporting, adding to the wider crackdown on Tsarukyan-linked businesses. Local Governance & Construction: Yerevan’s mayor says a new development-sector law will tighten rules and penalties for construction sites, while offering tax breaks for compliant developers extending permits. EU/IMF Macro Talks: Finance Minister Vahe Hovhannisyan and Central Bank head Martin Galstyan met IMF/WB officials on stability, growth, and digital transformation plans. Culture & Heritage: Armenia highlighted state-civil society cooperation on intangible cultural heritage at UNESCO in Paris. Armenia-Iran Stakes: An analysis argues that US-Iran talks and a potential settlement matter for Armenia’s southern trade link and border stability.