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February 19, 2026
Economy
Escherichia coli found in croissants and donuts at "Carrefour" supermarket in Yerevan
The production of two types of pastry at a Carrefour supermarket in Yerevan has been suspended due to the discovery of E. coli bacteria, the Food Safety Inspectorate of the Republic of Armenia reports.
19.02.2026, 19:02
Politics
European Commission representatives visited Yerevan ahead of the first EU-Armenia summit
Representatives of the European Commission visited Yerevan on a working visit ahead of the arrival of EU Commissioner for Enlargement Martha Kos (March 19-20, 2006) and the first EU-Armenia summit (May 5, 2006).
19.02.2026, 16:44
Tourism
Armenia Awarded "Tourism Oscar" as Leading European Heritage Destination
In 2025, Armenia was awarded the prestigious title of "European Heritage Destination of Excellence" at the prestigious World Travel Awards, often referred to as the "Oscars of the Tourism Industry," the country's Tourism Committee announced.
19.02.2026, 16:43
Economy
Armenia to Receive €100 Million from AFD for Integrated Development of Water and Agricultural Sectors
At a meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government approved the ratification of a framework agreement with the French Development Agency (AFD) for a €100 million uncommitted credit line for the integrated development of the water and agricultural sectors.
19.02.2026, 16:40
Business
IV Conference Capital Markets Armenia to Take Place on March 13, 2026, in Yerevan
The IV Conference Capital Markets Armenia, an annual international event dedicated to the development of the capital market of the Republic of Armenia and its integration into the global financial system, will be held in Yerevan at the Marriott Hotel.
19.02.2026, 14:30
Economy
Armenian government has allocated an additional 948 million drams for 18 subsidy programs in the regions
At a meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government approved the allocation of 948 million drams to co-finance subsidy programs in the regions for infrastructure development.
19.02.2026, 14:26
Politics
Armenian government approved a law on equal conditions for local and foreign investors
At a meeting on Thursday, the Armenian government approved a new draft law of the Republic of Armenia "On Investments."
19.02.2026, 14:24
Business
Ardshinbank Opens New Business Branch
On February 18, Ardshinbank officially opened its new Ardshinbank Business branch at 16/12 Tigran Mets.
19.02.2026, 13:00
Society
First case of Chikungunya fever registered in Armenia
The first case of Chikungunya fever was registered in Armenia yesterday, the National Center for Disease Control and Prevention of the Ministry of Health announced.
19.02.2026, 12:57
Tourism
Direct flights will connect Yerevan and Riga starting May 2 - Tourism Committee
Direct flights between Yerevan and Riga are planned to launch on May 2, 2026, operated by airBaltic, the Armenian Tourism Committee announced.
19.02.2026, 12:24
Politics
Shoigu: Russia has invested over 30 billion rubles in Armenian railways
Russian investment in the Armenian railway system has exceeded 30 billion rubles over nearly 20 years, according to Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu.
19.02.2026, 10:37
Politics
Armenia and the UK participate in the Defence Cyber Marvel 2026 cyber exercise
Armenia and the UK are participating in the international cyber defense exercise Defence Cyber Marvel 2026, which is bringing together over 2,500 participants from 29 countries, the British Embassy in Armenia announced.
19.02.2026, 10:15
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Mesrop Mesropyan, Chairman of the Public Services Regulatory Commission of Armenia, stated that no electricity shortages are expected in the country during the extended shutdown of the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant (NPP).
Regulator rules out the risk of electricity shortages in Armenia during extended shutdown of Armenian Nuclear Power Plant
