Georgia
Georgia’s new vineyard rules draw accusations of ‘Soviet-style thinking’ from small producers
While the government insists the regulations will safeguard Georgian wine’s reputation abroad, critics argue they could wipe out smaller producers.
Economy
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Armenia–Turkey Relations
Turkey opens bilateral trade with Armenia after decades of closure
Goods can now pass between Armenia and Turkey without needing additional registration, but further steps remain until the border is officially opened.
Armenia
Russia expresses outrage over Zelenskyi’s remarks at EPC summit in Yerevan
The Kremlin’s anger comes at a time of sharpened tension between Moscow and Yerevan.
Economy
Georgian National Bank raises refinancing rate to 8.25% for the first time since 2022
The regulator has cited rising inflationary pressure linked to the Iran conflict.
Azerbaijan
Italy’s Meloni visits Baku, talks energy cooperation with Aliyev
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the EU’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas had just attended the EPC summit in Yerevan.
Armenia–Russia Relations
Russian major online retailers Wildberries and Ozon suspend sale of Armenian products
The suspension is the latest round of what appears to be economic pressure from Russia against Armenia.
Economy
Food prices in Georgia continue to rise as Georgian Dream calls for ‘structural reforms’
Inflation in the food sector stood at 7.5% in April.
