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Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index in the RA

The study of indicators and indices published by international organizations allows to address two important problems. First, to assess the performance of the RA in the given period with the help of comprehensive numerical measures, as well as to make intertemporal comparisons in order to understand whether the country moves in the desirable direction. Second, to compare the performance of the RA with other countries to ascertain Armenia’s relative position in the region and Eurasian Economic Union. These results are important, since they help to derive the comprehensive assessment of the economic situation, which is needed both for the public and the private sector. The present analysis is aimed at addressing the foregoing problems. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


The social-economic developments in the economy of the RA for January-December 2019

In the present analysis, given the data published by the Statistical Committee of the RA, we study the recent social-economic developments in the economy of the RA. In particular, we consider the cumulative indicator of economic activity of the given month, its sectoral distribution, as well as the dynamics of individual sectors of the economy. We also analyze economic developments in the foreign trade, labour market and fiscal system of the RA. In addition, some aspects of the financial system (inflation, deposits and loans), as well as the behaviour of the exchange rate, are touched upon. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Global Gender Gap Index in the RA

The study of indicators and indices published by international organizations allows to address two important problems. First, to assess the performance of the RA in the given period with the help of comprehensive numerical measures, as well as to make intertemporal comparisons in order to understand whether the country moves in the desirable direction. Second, to compare the performance of the RA with other countries to ascertain Armenia’s relative position in the region and Eurasian Economic Union. These results are important, since they help to derive the comprehensive assessment of the economic situation, which is needed both for the public and the private sector. The present analysis is aimed at addressing the foregoing problems. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Armenian Security Agenda in the Context of Events between the USA and Iran

Recent developments around the US-Iran conflict have been in the focus of expert community around the world, and from this point of view Armenia cannot be an exception. Given the geographical location of Armenia and Artsakh, the geopolitical situation in the region, any escalation of the US-Iran conflict carries great risks for Armenian states. In this regard, the Luys Foundation organized a discussion on January 17, during which the invited experts discussed the security agenda of the Republic of Armenia in the context of recent developments around the US-Iran conflict.

The experts invited to the discussion, Suren Sargsyan, Director of the Armenian Center for American Studies and Artiom Tonoyan, Lecturer, Department of Iranian Studies, YSU, presented their analyzes and views on the current stage of the US-Iran conflict. Experts also talked about how the current situation can affect the internal political processes of the conflicting parties, what the Armenian side should do in this situation, and presented possible scenarios for the development of the conflict. This analytical article is based on the abovementioned discussion. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Energy Transition Index in the RA (2018-2019)

The study of indicators and indices published by international organizations allows to address two important problems. First, to assess the performance of the RA in the given period with the help of comprehensive numerical measures, as well as to make intertemporal comparisons in order to understand whether the country moves in the desirable direction. Second, to compare the performance of the RA with other countries to ascertain Armenia’s relative position in the region and Eurasian Economic Union. These results are important, since they help to derive the comprehensive assessment of the economic situation, which is needed both for the public and the private sector. The present analysis is aimed at addressing the foregoing problems. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Reference on the budget of Yerevan of 2020

The budget of Yerevan sets the priorities of the economy of the city for the upcoming year. In the budget the planned level of revenues, as well as its structure is presented. In addition, the planned level of expenditures and its distribution by functional and economic classifications are determined. The forecasting of revenues and expenditures is followed by the planning of the budget deficit and the sources of financing it. Given the importance of this document and the programs embedded there, the present analysis aims to assess whether the budget of Yerevan and its structure are consistent with the problems confronting the city. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


The social-economic developments in the economy of the RA for January-November 2019

In the present analysis, given the data published by the Statistical Committee of the RA, we study the recent social-economic developments in the economy of the RA. In particular, we consider the cumulative indicator of economic activity of the given month, its sectoral distribution, as well as the dynamics of individual sectors of the economy. We also analyze economic developments in the foreign trade, labour market and fiscal system of the RA. In addition, some aspects of the financial system (inflation, deposits and loans), as well as the behaviour of the exchange rate, are touched upon. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Human Development Indices and Indicators in the RA (2019)

The study of indicators and indices published by international organizations allows to address two important problems. First, to assess the performance of the RA in the given period with the help of comprehensive numerical measures, as well as to make intertemporal comparisons in order to understand whether the country moves in the desirable direction. Second, to compare the performance of the RA with other countries to ascertain Armenia’s relative position in the region and Eurasian Economic Union. These results are important, since they help to derive the comprehensive assessment of the economic situation, which is needed both for the public and the private sector. The present analysis is aimed at addressing the foregoing problems. Full material is only available in Armenian.

  


Analysis of the activities of the Government of the Republic of Armenia aimed at improving the business environment (2018-2019)

The process of political changes in Armenia in 2018 was accompanied by strong criticism of issues related to business and the investment environment, promises of creating a fair competitive environment and equal economic opportunities for all, encouraging investment and ensuring economic growth.

The promises of the revolutionaries were reflected to some extent in pre-election programme of “My step” Alliance, which received the support of the majority of Armenian citizens in the 2018, as well as in the "Program of the Government of the Republic of Armenia" adopted on February 8, 2019.

The purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of the activities of the Government of the Republic of Armenia in terms of keeping the promises made in the above programs. Full material is available only in Armenian.

  


Analysis of the activities of the Government of the Republic of Armenia aimed at the implementation of the Armenia-EU Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (2018-2019)

The cooperation between the Republic of Armenia and the European Union started from the very first day of Armenia's independence, and today, it has become one of the important directions of the foreign policy of Armenia. The signing of the Armenia - EU Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in 2017 marked the beginning of a new era of cooperation between Armenia and the EU.

This study presents the promises made by the Government of the Republic of Armenia regarding the implementation of the CEPA, documents, programs and strategies developed by the Government of the Republic of Armenia for implementation of the agreement, as well as the EU support mechanisms and tools provided for implementation these policy documents. Full material is only available in Armenian. 

  


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