deputy heads in Armenia

Pre-New Year bonus for Armenia’s 107 MPs — nearly $5,000 each

December 26, 2025

Civil servants in Armenia traditionally receive a so-called 13th salary before the New Year. Bonuses paid to MPs sparked a public backlash because they amounted to three times their regular monthly salary.

Performance-based salary bonuses: Armenia launches pilot programme in state agencies

Armenia

December 04, 2025

According to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, the additional financial reward for skilled work will make the public sector more attractive and competitive.