Fuel & Trade Flows: Armenia imported nearly $18m in petroleum products from Azerbaijan in H1 2026, with gasoline and diesel making up most of the $17.8m total, and no recorded exports back to Azerbaijan—fuel shipments that critics say deepen geopolitical risk. Space Industry: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says Armenia plans to launch at least three satellites by 2026–2031 (two for Earth observation, one for telecom), alongside building domestic ground infrastructure for satellite control and data processing. EU-Linked Diplomacy for Business: Armenia and Poland held foreign-ministry consultations focused on boosting trade, investment, and cooperation in high tech and agriculture, while also aligning with Armenia’s EU agenda. Mining Interest: Poland’s KGHM met Armenia’s territorial administration leadership to explore mining-sector cooperation, including technology and knowledge exchange. Greenhouse Exports: Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan met high-tech rose greenhouse producers to tackle export logistics and customs issues as Russia’s restrictions continue to squeeze flower shipments. Construction & Connectivity: Yerevan’s Babajanyan–Ashtarak road is set to fully open in six months, completing a western ring link to ease traffic and connect to the North–South corridor. Property & Migration Pressure: Another wave of people relocating to Armenia is pushing rents and sale prices up by about 20%, especially around Yerevan-area cities. Tech Partnerships: Armenia’s high-tech ministry discussed potential joint programs with France’s CEA-Leti, including semiconductor manufacturing and engineering research.