Medicines Oversight: Armenia’s parliament committee approved amendments to the “On Medicines” law to tighten drug circulation rules, clarify certificates for good manufacturing/distribution practices, and align parts of the framework with the Eurasian Economic Union. Universal Health Insurance: Armenia’s universal compulsory health insurance is progressing smoothly, with about 1.7 million beneficiaries; coverage is set to expand from Jan. 1, 2027 to civil-law workers, taxi drivers and registered employees, and then to all citizens by 2028. SME Financing & Skills: Armeconombank and the IRIS Business Incubator wrapped up the IRIS RECONOMY Accelerator for 27 agri and tourism entrepreneurs, pairing training with a revolving fund and mentoring focused on digital/green transformation and AI use. Green Hydrogen Push: The government discussed green hydrogen prospects and set up a hydrogen working group to shape the legal framework and production scenarios. Armenia-EU Business Dialogue: PM Pashinyan met EU ambassadors on reforms, rule of law, energy resilience and economic cooperation, while AmCham Armenia announced it will host the 2027 4th Regional Economic Summit in Yerevan. Tech & AI Infrastructure: Legrand delivered an AI data center infrastructure at Yerevan State University to support national AI and high-performance computing. Mobile Phone IMEI Plan: Armenia approved steps toward unified IMEI registration from Jan. 1, 2027, aiming to curb the black market, though experts warn about personal data risks. Energy & Power Sector: ENA nationalization is again in focus, with authorities expected to decide mid-July on declaring Electric Networks of Armenia a project of overriding public interest. Agri Exports: Armenia sent its first fresh fruit shipment to the UAE as producers seek new markets amid Russia’s restrictions. Wine Recognition: Alexandrea Winery’s Pinot Noir 2024 won gold at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026.