Armenia's exports to the EU increased by over 80% in the first half of 2026

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20.08.2026, 12:16

Armenian exports the European Union exceeded $516 million in January-June 2026, the Armenian government reported.

Armenia's exports to the EU increased by over 80% in the first half of 2026

YEREVAN, August 20. /ARKA/. Armenian exports the European Union exceeded $516 million in January-June 2026, the Armenian government reported.

Compared to the same period in 2025, when exports to the EU totaled approximately $287 million, this figure has increased by over 80%.

Compared to the first half of 2017, when exports to the EU totaled approximately $301 million, exports have increased by over 71%.-0-

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