AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoArmenia-Azerbaijan Trade Opens: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia has exported its first product to Azerbaijan, a sign that normalization is moving from talks to commerce, with the bigger question now being which Armenian goods can compete in Baku. EU Accession Law: Pashinyan insists Armenia will not abandon the law launching the EU accession process, calling it a civil-society matter and warning against any push to repeal it. EU Trade Relief: Trade MEPs backed a two-year EU tariff rollback for many Armenian exports, including duty-free quotas for key fruits and vegetables, aimed at easing pressure from Russia’s recent restrictions. Budget Support Loan: Armenia approved an €80 million OPEC Fund loan to improve the business climate and fund budget needs, with reforms spanning investment, customs, competition, digitalization and cybersecurity. Russia Base Debate: Pashinyan says Armenia would not object if Russia withdraws the 102nd base, while also keeping talks open if Moscow wants to stay. Domestic Politics Court Moves: Opposition deputy Arthur Sarkisyan’s house arrest was extended, while Prosperous Armenia leader Gagik Tsarukyan faces a preventive-measure decision expected tomorrow. Humanitarian & Safety: UNICEF reports 1 in 5 children face tech-facilitated sexual abuse across 21 countries; Armenia also approved steps for a simplified customs corridor with Iran and plans to reform the tax-free shopping system.
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