Economics

Multipolar world: the US, China, Russia, SCO, BRICS and peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia

Mediation efforts are taking place in Washington, while at the same time China is inviting the leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia to high-level events and military parades in Beijing

“US backs both Armenia and Azerbaijan”: view from Yerevan

According to political analyst Areg Kochinyan, the bilateral agreements signed at the White House reduce the likelihood of an Armenia–Azerbaijan conflict

Abkhazia fuel crisis: only Russian stations have gasoline

The instability in Russia’s fuel market has hit the region hard

China’s soft power in Georgia: harmless cultural exchange or political calculation?

how cultural cooperation masks Beijing’s political interests

Iranian president: "Visit to Armenia is part of priority trips to neighbouring countries”

Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Armenia amid concerns over a US company’s role in reopening regional roads near Iran’s border

‘Armenian-Iranian relations are not a bargaining chip’: Yerevan reassures Tehran

Tensions have emerged in Iran over the Washington agreements between Armenia and Azerbaijan. All the details of the situation, plus commentary from political analyst Robert Ghevondyan.

Does Azerbaijan’s GDP growth mean people are better off?

Is it really a measure of economic development? Does it reflect people’s living standards?

Unemployment rate in Armenia falls: statistics and commentary

The authorities claim a “record number of people in work”, but that enthusiasm is not shared on social media. The latest figures show the highest unemployment rate among those aged 35 to 44

Russia to fund road repairs in Abkhazia’s Kodori Gorge for new tourist hub

The first phase of reconstruction will cost about $2.6 million

“Armenia breaks out of isolation”: the significance of the Trump–Pashinyan–Aliyev talks

Several documents are expected to be signed, and some details have already emerged. Political analyst Hovsep Khurshudyan weighs in on how the trio’s decisions could affect Armenia.

Could Azerbaijan join the Abraham Accords?

Why hasn’t Baku joined the initiative — and what factors are shaping its position?

Armenia sees rise in tax revenue — economist explains what’s driving it

Statistical data from the State Revenue Committee and commentary from economist Armen Ktoyan

Yerevan launches public transport checks, fare dodgers to be fined

City Hall warns that the fine for riding without a ticket is 10,000 drams ($26), and 15,000 drams ($39) if a discounted ticket is used by someone else.

Renovating buildings for energy efficiency: saving money, helping Armenia

Local organisations and international programmes are working to reduce energy loss and cut electricity use. Energy-efficient renovation of buildings in Armenia

Azerbaijan: selective punishment for financial violations - what “culture of corruption” looks like. Opinion

Can Armenia refuse to implement arbitration court’s decision? Nationalisation of Electric Networks of Armenia

The Stockholm Arbitration Institute has ordered the government of Armenia to “refrain from further steps to confiscate” the company Electric Networks of Armenia. Comment from the Minister of Justice

“The route through Armenia will be an alternative, not the main one”: expert opinion

According to economist Suren Parsyan, Georgia remains the more convenient route for all countries — not least because maritime shipping is more cost-effective

Restaurant boom in Armenia: business responds to rising demand

We explore how the demand emerged, who is visiting restaurants more frequently, and why prices have gone up – with insights from customers, a marketing expert, and the head of the NGO "Restaurant Association".