Armenia to Extend Licensing for Cement Imports from Third Countries
18.06.2026,
15:50
The Armenian government has established the procedure and conditions for applying a temporary restriction on cement imports, as well as the form of the main import license.
YEREVAN, June 18. /ARKA/. The Armenian government has established the procedure and conditions for applying a temporary restriction on cement imports, as well as the form of the main import license.
As noted in the rationale for the decision, previous measures have helped to somewhat ease competitive conditions in the domestic market for cement produced in Armenia. However, in 2025, cement production in the country amounted to 0.94 million tons, a decrease of 10.4% compared to 2024.
According to the Statistical Committee, cement imports from third countries have increased. Specifically, in 2025, Armenia imported approximately 751,300 tons of cement, a 29.2% increase compared to 2024.
To continue government support measures aimed at stimulating the development of local production, it is planned to maintain the licensing process for cement imports from third countries and establish a new six-month licensing period for cement imports.
The goal of this regulation is to ensure a level playing field in the domestic market for both locally produced and imported cement.
As noted in the rationale for the decision, previous measures have helped to somewhat ease competitive conditions in the domestic market for cement produced in Armenia. However, in 2025, cement production in the country amounted to 0.94 million tons, a decrease of 10.4% compared to 2024.
According to the Statistical Committee, cement imports from third countries have increased. Specifically, in 2025, Armenia imported approximately 751,300 tons of cement, a 29.2% increase compared to 2024.
To continue government support measures aimed at stimulating the development of local production, it is planned to maintain the licensing process for cement imports from third countries and establish a new six-month licensing period for cement imports.
The goal of this regulation is to ensure a level playing field in the domestic market for both locally produced and imported cement.
