Energy & Infrastructure: Armenia held new public hearings on a draft government resolution to recognize Electric Networks of Armenia CJSC shares as a priority public-interest asset, paving the way for nationalization. Trade & Agriculture: Armenia’s agricultural exports fell 1.9% (about $15m) in Jan–Jul 2026 as Russia’s border and import restrictions hit fruit and dairy flows; the Eurasian Economic Commission is set to decide in October on Russian restrictions against Armenian products. Food Processing: Official data show mixed results in food production: meat output rose, but sausages, cheese, and fresh bread declined while processed milk, cottage cheese, and dairy spreads grew. Regional Power Integration: Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan discussed moving toward a unified South Caucasus energy system and linking to Türkiye’s grid. Tech & Industry Skills: Armenia Engineering Week 2026 kicks off in early October in Yerevan and Vanadzor, focusing on “Physical AI” and engineering for real-world systems. Space & STEM: Armenian-born Roscosmos cosmonaut Harutyun Kiviryan will join SpaceX Crew-14 to the ISS in spring 2027. Cybersecurity: Kaspersky flagged an active phishing campaign impersonating Zoom and Docusign, targeting users across Armenia and the region. EU Market Access: EU officials and diplomats highlighted continued support for Armenian producers, including harvest-season outreach tied to expanding European sales.