Armenia-Azerbaijan Economic Rapprochement: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan signaled Armenia may resume exports to Azerbaijan, framing trade as a stabilizer for peace. Energy & Sovereignty: Azerbaijan’s Ilham Aliyev renewed pressure over Metsamor’s future and floated electricity supply via Armenia to Nakhchivan under TRIPP; Armenia’s MPs and officials pushed back, stressing Metsamor’s permitted lifespan runs to 2036 and arguing energy diversification can reduce dependence. Transport Integration: Pashinyan said Russia’s rail concession setup blocks Armenia’s integration into the international transport network, while Armenia seeks a “friendly” compromise on concession rights. EU Visa Liberalization: Armenia’s interior ministry reported progress on the Armenia-EU visa liberalization action plan, with 41 of 72 actions already implemented. Tourism Digital Governance: The government approved a unified database for tourism service providers to centralize data and streamline regulation. Banking Sanctions Controls: Armenian banks must tighten checks on transactions tied to Russia sanctions, including continuous screening of clients and counterparties. COP17 Prep: Armenia approved additional funding for COP17 preparations and a KfW loan for the Armenia-Georgia power transmission network. Culture & Heritage: NAASR’s library received new books, while reports claim an Armenian church in Hadrut was desecrated by Azerbaijan.