ENA Arbitration: Lawyers for Liormand Holdings say Armenia’s measures blocking Electric Networks of Armenia (ENA) transfers are still in force, while Stockholm arbitration has moved to a first phase reviewing Armenia’s jurisdiction objections before the merits. Trade & Industry: Armenia extended its cement import ban for six more months, citing weaker local production and rising third-country imports. Agriculture Support: Firms hit by Rosselkhoznadzor restrictions on Armenian plant exports will get extra benefits, including longer loan repayment and grace periods for greenhouse operators. Business Rules: The government plans to double the microbusiness turnover threshold to 50 million drams from 2027 and tighten penalties for not issuing cash register receipts. Elections Fallout: Samvel Karapetyan calls for opposition unity after the June vote, as legal cases and arrests continue to swirl around opposition figures. Regional Connectivity: Pashinyan says Armenia is ready to move quickly on the US TRIPP project and is also discussing expanded trade with Turkey and the future of the Margara checkpoint. Social Policy: A new program targets employment support for people with disabilities and citizens over 63, offering incentives to employers. Tech & Defense: Ucom and Impact Hub Yerevan launch a new Green Startups fellowship, while Armenia and France announce a strategic military-industrial partnership and EU talks cover space and Earth observation cooperation.