Gayane Sargsyan

Armenia’s mining industry: reasons behind its recent highs and lows

Armenia

February 15, 2025

Analysis based on open data and expert opinions on the increase in workers amid declining tax revenues

Obstetric violence in Armenia: No data, no complaints – no problem?

Armenia

November 30, 2024

JAMnews correspondent identified the most common forms of obstetric violence occurring in Armenia.

Fewer tourists in Armenia despite gov't investments in tourism sector

Armenia

October 04, 2024

What explains the downturn, the solutions proposed by the Tourism Committee, as well as suggestions from experts.

Fewer companies, more major taxpayers: The IT sector in Armenia

Armenia

September 08, 2024

What explains these changes in Armenia's IT sector, which has been declared a priority for economic development, and what can we expect?

Thousands of vacant university spots in Armenia: What’s the issue and what needs to change?

Armenia

August 31, 2024

30% of university spots remain vacant. Why is youth uninterested in higher education, and why are applicant scores so low?

Foreign interest in Armenia's real estate market declines: Analysis

Armenia

August 18, 2024

Experts believe that foreign investments in the real estate market positively impact the country's economy and suggest steps to boost further interest

Tax authorities gain access to bank accounts of Armenian citizens: Benefits and risks

Armenia

July 28, 2024

Here's what taxpayers think about the changes to the tax code, the risks experts foresee, and the clarifications provided by government agencies

"More houses in villages mean a more secure border with Azerbaijan." — On Armenia's housing program

Armenia

June 28, 2024

The government is helping people build homes in border areas, addressing the issue of providing housing and populating villages where many are afraid to live after the invasion of Azerbaijani armed forces into Armenian territory

For a secure retirement: Cumulative pensions in Armenia

Armenia

June 18, 2024

The pension system was introduced 10 years ago, yet people are still not well-informed about it. As a result, 98.5% of participants have not chosen their pension fund independently.

Increase in the number of road accidents in Armenia: what explains it and how to prevent it

Armenia

June 05, 2024

The country still lacks a developed road safety strategy, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs does not keep statistics on the causes of traffic accidents.

Armenia's remote work law passed but unimplemented

Armenia

May 20, 2024

This article details the legislative changes, their practical application, and includes expert analysis on the key issues within the law.

Electronic prescriptions in Armenia: How the 'anti-self-medication project' is being implemented

Armenia

May 13, 2024

The initial stage of implementing the program has caused dissatisfaction among both the country's residents and doctors and pharmacy staff, although overall, everyone supports the idea itself

Foreigners in Armenian universities: come to study but don't stay to work

Armenia

April 20, 2024

A student from India and Armenian experts explain what makes Armenian universities attractive to foreigners and what needs to be done to prevent them from leaving after completing their studies

Issues with personal assistants for disabled in Armenia

Armenia

March 28, 2024

The service will only be provided to those who are 15 years or older, and are either studying or working. This has caused dissatisfaction among potential beneficiaries

Business reforms: regulations favoring local producers in Armenia

Armenia

March 16, 2024

Small and medium-sized business representatives have consistently complained about discrimination from retail networks

Analyzing diamond production in Armenia: insights from open database

Armenia

February 09, 2024

Stone processing volumes have decreased, but both exports and imports have increased. How will the industry, declared a priority area of the economy, develop further?

Armenia-Russia Trade: Benefits and Risks of Sanctions

Armenia

January 10, 2024

Despite a sharp increase in exports and re-exports to Russia, economists assess the probability of Armenia falling under U.S. sanctions as low

How the influx of Russian citizens has affected the Armenian real estate market

Armenia

January 09, 2024

The majority of Russians do not intend to stay in Armenia for a long time, which means pros and cons may be temporary

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