Government
Government Shake-Up: What Will Change? Nothing
Armenia’s government has witnessed yet another “shake-up,” with several high-ranking officials removed from their posts. The latest dismissals include the Minister of Internal Affairs Vahe Ghazaryan, Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure Gnel Sanosyan, Chairman of the State Revenue Committee…
Asian Development Bank Loan Agreement and Government’s Ineffective Policies
The government, during its November 15 session, approved the draft law on ratifying the loan agreement titled “Program for Fiscal Stability and Financial Markets Development – Subprogram 2” between Armenia and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). According to the justification,…
New legislation accelerates construction of schools and kindergartens
The Armenian government has introduced amendments to existing legislation, allowing for the faster initiation of construction projects for schools and kindergartens using state budget funds. The Urban Development Committee announced that this initiative will streamline the approval process, reducing project…
Violations of Subsoil Use Without License Amounted to 22 Million Drams in October: SRC
The State Revenue Committee (SRC) reported that from October 1 to 30, through operational intelligence activities, 63 cases of tax code violations were recorded, with the potential fines amounting to 50,764,675 drams. In 16 cases, violations related to unauthorized business…
Six-Month Ban on Scrap Metal Exports. Armenian Government
During its session on November 7, the Armenian government imposed a temporary six-month ban on the export of scrap metal, including ferrous and non-ferrous materials. This decision aims to support local production, ensure stable raw material supplies, and encourage new…
Armenian Citizens Can Travel to Mongolia Without a Visa
In its session on November 7, the Armenian government approved changes to an agreement between the governments of Armenia and Mongolia, allowing citizens with diplomatic and official passports to enter without a visa. This amendment now also grants visa-free access…
Armenian Government Holds Meeting Amidst Prime Minister’s Absence
The Armenian Government convened its regular session on November 7, 2024, discussing various issues despite the Prime Minister’s absence. The meeting, with an agenda containing 40 items, was chaired by the Deputy Prime Minister while the Prime Minister departed for…
Armenia to Pay Bonuses to Farmers Supplying Animals to Slaughterhouses
The Armenian Ministry of Economy announced plans to provide bonuses to farmers who supply their animals to slaughterhouses. Minister explained that this approach is inspired by Austria, where the government incentivized farmers financially. In the 2025 budget, 350 million AMD…
Armenia Receives 11th Draft of Peace Treaty from Azerbaijan
Armenia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed receiving Azerbaijan’s latest proposed changes to the peace treaty draft, marking its 11th revision. Deputy Foreign Minister stated that Armenia has submitted its suggestions to Baku to finalize and sign the treaty, awaiting their…
Armenia’s Police Reforms: Formation of Criminal and Community Police
As part of police reforms by Armenia’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, two new departments, Criminal and Community Police, have been established. The Criminal Police will focus on serious crimes and cybercrime prevention, while the Community Police will work to prevent…
Police Appoints New Heads of Community Police Divisions in Yerevan
Armenia’s Minister of Internal Affairs Vahe Ghazaryan has appointed new heads for Yerevan’s Community Police divisions. Among those appointed are Yervand Nikoyan, Artur Mkrtchyan, Ruben Nersisyan, David Petrosyan, and Andranik Shahbazyan. These appointments aim to improve police operations at the…
1-77 Hotline Suspended as Traffic Police Restructure
The 1-77 hotline is no longer active as part of the Ministry of Internal Affairs’ restructuring of Armenia’s Traffic Police. The number is now assigned to the newly organized Community Police division for inquiries related to administrative issues. The division…
Vahe Ghazaryan Issues New Appointments in Police Structure
On November 2, Armenia’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Vahe Ghazaryan, signed several appointments for heads of police regional departments. Arthur Bdoyan, Arsen Voskanyan, and Arthur Zakaryan were assigned as heads of regional criminal police divisions, as part of a structural…
Armenia and Azerbaijan Hold Border Delimitation Talks
Armenia’s Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan and Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev met to discuss border delimitation. The two sides agreed on the ratification process for their agreement and outlined plans for future actions.
Loan Agreement Signed Between Armenia and Asian Development Bank
Armenia’s Minister of Finance, Vahe Hovhannisyan, has signed a loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the “Fiscal Stability and Financial Markets Development Program-Subprogram 2.” The agreement provides a budget support loan of approximately €89.5 million aimed at…