AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoInflation Watch: Armenia’s inflation hit 4.2% in May (year-on-year), while the month saw 0.8% deflation, with food and non-alcoholic drinks up 6.4% year-on-year. Election Stakes: With June 7 parliamentary voting near, polls and campaign rhetoric sharpen the fight over Armenia’s direction—EU integration vs staying in the EAEU—while Strong Armenia and other opposition figures trade accusations over violence, vote-buying, and alleged pressure on rivals. Russia vs EU Path: Putin warned that pursuing EU ambitions could mean losing cheap Russian energy, as Moscow also pushes for an EAEU referendum and tightens import restrictions. EU Support Signal: EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos told FM Ararat Mirzoyan the EU is looking at short-term ways to boost support amid Russia’s economic coercion. Turkey Normalization & Trade: Pashinyan and Erdoğan discussed steps toward direct trade and the Akhalkalaki–Kars rail opening, while business talks in Kars focused on logistics, tourism, and regional commerce. Opposition Crackdown Claims: Strong Armenia and others reported searches and detentions tied to election campaigning, including allegations of violence in Masis. Business & Markets: Ameriabank won four AMX Awards categories, highlighting its role in Armenia’s capital market activity. Culture: Amberd’s historical complex reopened to visitors after a closure.
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