“EAF Rejects Ms. Harutyunyan as Representative, Minister of Finances Resigns from EU-Armenia Partnership Platform”
The EAF has chosen not to elect Ms. Harutyunyan as their representative. Minister Tovmasyan resigned from the EU-Armenia Partnership Platform due to concerns about aggressive actions by certain bloc members. Ms. Harutyunyan denies any involvement beyond politics. The closed-door session details remain unclear. EAF was invited to discuss domestic violence and pressure on Ms. Harutyunyan.
Iran’s External Trade Representative Reveals Potential for $60 Billion in Revenue from Central Asian Trade
Iran’s external trade rep, Mehdi Safari, says Iran can transfer $60M worth of goods annually from Central Asian countries, generating more revenue than oil exports. Expanding ties with neighboring countries will boost the economy and trade relations, especially using ports in border areas for product transit.
“Armenian Prime Minister Appoints Representative Amid Controversy: Armen Galstyan Named to Replace Hovik Aghazaryan”
Armenian PM, Nikol Pashinyan, replaces Hovik Aghazaryan with Armen Galstyan as “Civic Contract” party representative, according to NEWS.am. Galstyan’s custody has been changed to bail and he will be released on November 21. Incidents involving Galstyan’s mother and Aghazaryan are mentioned.
“Prominent Representative Mikhrdat Madatyan Steps Down, Shifting Focus to Professional Pursuits”
Mikhrdat Madatyan has resigned as a representative. Madatyan focused on his professional activity and will continue fighting for the community. Robert Kocharyan will receive the mandate of Levon Kocharyan’s resignation, while Gerassim Vardanyan also resigned.