AI & High-Tech: Armenia’s High-Tech Industry Minister Davit Tadevosyan met Cerebras to discuss AI infrastructure, high-performance computing, and cooperation with international tech firms. Trade & Industry Integration: The UAE-EAEU Economic Partnership Agreement entered into force, cutting customs duties and boosting preferential access for Armenia and other EAEU members, with trade projected to near $50B annually by 2032. Energy & Connectivity: Armenian and Iranian officials in Tehran pushed energy and infrastructure cooperation, including TRIPP progress, de-blockade infrastructure, a second Armenia-Iran border bridge, and faster completion of a third power transmission line. Power Links: Armenia’s infrastructure minister discussed restoring the Gyumri–Kars power transmission line with Turkey’s electricity transmission leadership. Agri & Food Exports: Analysis of Russia’s export restrictions shows Armenia improved replacement of lost Russian fresh-produce shipments in July, but June/July still left much unreplaced. Manufacturing & Beverages: Carlsberg will acquire PepsiCo bottling businesses in Georgia and Armenia, expanding a South Caucasus beverage platform (Armenian deal pending regulatory approval). Finance: Uralsib Bank launched international acquiring for foreign legal entities, enabling non-resident firms to accept Russian card payments and receive refunds. Education Access: Armenia launched school bus routes linking five settlements to nearby schools under the “300 Schools, 500 Kindergartens” program. Water & Mining: A criminal case was opened over alleged water poisoning in the Tsav village watershed tied to illegal mining/exploration activities. Digitalization & Telecom: Swedfund met Armenian officials on cooperation for sustainable infrastructure, digital technologies, and secure communications. Fashion Exports: ITC opened applications for Armenian garment and fashion firms to join EU-supported trade fairs in 2027 (Texworld, Ready to Show, A+A, Who’s Next).