Industrial Push: Armenia EXPO 2026 opened in Yerevan as officials urged a modern, export-oriented industry, with Deputy Economy Minister Tigran Gasparyan highlighting productivity, tech upgrades, and investment. New Factory: A PROFAL glass processing plant opened after $20m in investment, with capacity set to rise sharply and products already sold abroad. Water Reform Roadmap: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia must map water sector reforms for 2026-2031, citing chronic drinking and irrigation shortages and calling for a more liberal water market to unlock private investment. Court & Detention: Gagik Tsarukyan’s detention was extended by two months, while lawyers for former finance chief Gagik Khachatryan asked the ECHR for urgent interim measures over alleged health risks in custody. Security & Diplomacy: Armenia is exploring third-country consular help for captives in Baku, and human rights groups again raised claims about harsh conditions for Armenian prisoners, including forced removal of cross tattoos. Tech & Payments: Arca and UnionPay International signed a deal to expand online card acceptance in Armenia. Media & Culture: Factor TV won a 2026 Free Media Award; the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute refurbished its visitor experience with new audio and radio guides.