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EU-regulated CI Ratings assigns BBB international rating to EDB with stable outlook
Highlights strong capital position, robust asset quality, comfortable liquidity profile and low refinancing risk.
Illicit gold networks fuelling conflict, organised crime across Africa and global south, GI-TOC warns
Illicit gold has become a critical source of financing for organised crime, armed groups and sanctioned regimes across Africa, a Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime report finds.
Armenia accelerates trade shift toward EU after Russian pre-election pressure
Relations between Yerevan and Moscow remain strained, following a pattern seen in Moldova, where Russian trade restrictions and political pressure ultimately helped push exports toward the EU.
Armenia’s Western partners welcome Pashinyan re-election, Russia claims “repression”
Win for Nikol Pashinuan prompts congratulations from Western leaders and criticism from Moscow as the country’s geopolitical alignment comes under renewed focus.
Armenian PM declares victory in June 7 election as opposition parties claim irregularities in poll
As of the early hours on June 8, with votes counted from roughly one-fifth of polling stations, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan's ruling Civil Contract party was leading with about 54.5% of the vote.
Armenians vote in general election with final poll showing ruling party ahead
Final Gallup poll puts PM Nikol Pashinyan's Civil Contract on 32.4%, with opposition Strong Armenia on 16.4%.
EU pledges aid to Armenia, accuses Russia of economic coercion
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen accused Moscow of using economic pressure against Yerevan as Armenia continues to deepen ties with the European Union.
Russia goes on the offensive against Armenian PM Pashinyan
Ahead of Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary election, Russia is carrying out a full-scale pressure campaign against Nikol Pashinyan’s government.
Russia eyes Azerbaijan to plug food import gap as Moscow-Yerevan ties fray
Moscow has significantly expanded phytosanitary and veterinary restrictions on Armenian produce since early spring.
Middle East conflict and energy shock slow growth across EBRD regions
Bank warns higher energy costs are reigniting inflation, weakening industrial competitiveness and straining already fragile public finances
TCHAKAROV: Armenia after an opposition victory — Georgia 2.0?
An opposition win would not be an economic, political or geopolitical disaster.
Poll points to landslide win for Armenia's Pashinyan as Russia steps up pressure before election
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan's ruling Civil Contract party is on course for victory in the June 7 general election, according to a new opinion poll.
Russia recalls Armenia envoy ahead of election
Moscow cites Yerevan’s closer ties with the European Union, as it increases pressure on PM Nikol Pashinyan days before crucial general election.
Russia reportedly planning to transport voters to Armenia to sway election
Reuters investigation reveals disinformation campaigns and discussions about transporting large numbers of Russian-Armenians to vote in Armenia.
Trump gives resounding endorsement to Armenian PM Pashinyan ahead of election
US president writes Nikol Pashinyan has his “COMPLETE and TOTAL Endorsement for Re-Election” in Truth Social post.
Armenia says Turkey rail link open for trade in breakthrough for regional connectivity
Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan says the Akhalkalaki-Kars railway connection through Georgia and Turkey is now available for Armenian trade.
Russia steps up economic pressure on Armenia ahead of pivotal election
Russia has intensified trade restrictions and public warnings over energy pricing against Armenia, as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan steers the country closer to the European Union.
Georgia’s drift from the West opens a strategic window for Armenia on Europe-Asia trade routes
South Caucasus' strategic value has risen since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but Georgia's importance is in question as relations with the West deteriorate, says OSW report.
Central Asia lagging in AI diffusion – report
Adoption rates, however, are among highest in Asia.
UK accuses Russia of trying to influence Armenian politics, imposes new sanctions
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says London will not stand by as Putin "seeks to sow lies and pro-Kremlin narratives abroad".