Armenia's Drinks Industry in the Doldrums
Russians are buying less brandy and wine, and farmers and manufacturers don't have alternative markets.
15 Dec 15
Armenia
Armenian Reform Vote Tarnished by Fraud Allegations
Political opposition says referendum was fixed, and international monitors call for claims of widespread abuses to be investigated.
14 Dec 15
Human Rights Day in Armenia: Not Much to Shout About
Rights activists say the situation has got worse since the country joined a Moscow-led bloc.
10 Dec 15
Armenians to Vote on Constitutional Reform
Proposed changes envisage shift from presidential to parliamentary system.
2 Dec 15
Low Earners Face Tax Squeeze in Armenia
Government hopes that devolving revenue collection will help curb tax evasion. It may, but only among the poor.
28 Nov 15
Armenia, Russia in New Air Defence Deal
Russia’s desire to increase its military role in Armenian airspace may be connected to differences with Turkey on Syria.
20 Nov 15
European Court Says Armenian Genocide Denial by Turkish Politician Not a Crime
Turkey celebrates, but Armenian government also finds positives to take away.
12 Nov 15
End in Sight for Last Armenia Quake Refugees?
President pledges that rehousing programme in country’s second city will be complete by late 2016.
11 Nov 15
Disabled Armenians Battle Workplace Prejudice
Despite government efforts, day-to-day discrimination persists.
2 Nov 15
Nothing Straightforward About Armenian Referendum
Opponents of proposed reforms say they will make Armenia less, not more democratic.
29 Oct 15
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