Armenia economy news

Economic trends in the South Caucasus: why Azerbaijan is slowing while its neighbours grow faster

Azerbaijan

April 14, 2026

Azerbaijan’s economy contracted by 0.3% in real terms year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026

Opinion: 'Russia ‘blackmails’ Armenia with threat of gas price hikes'

Armenia-Russia

April 06, 2026

Armenian experts say Yerevan could turn to alternatives, such as importing gas from Kazakhstan. They add that Russia would also incur losses if it raises prices.

Electric cars are safe — the concern lies with their batteries, as Armenia debates potential risks

Armenia

February 20, 2026

Electric vehicles are often described as “green cars” because their emissions are close to zero. However, their batteries contain toxic and highly flammable materials, and typically last no more than 12 years.