Foreign Policy Q&A: FM Ararat Mirzoyan will meet 18–35-year-olds on Sept. 14 to discuss Armenia’s foreign policy priorities and cooperation plans in a question-and-answer format. Armenia–Russia Base: Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says the 102nd Russian base was not raised with Putin in Bishkek, and Armenia would not object if Russia withdraws—while keeping the option to discuss if Russia stays. EU Accession Law: Pashinyan reiterates Armenia will not abandon the EU accession process law, framing it as a civil-society commitment. Trade Diversification: EU trade measures backed by MEPs would temporarily remove duties on about 80% of Armenian exports, with duty-free quotas for key fruits and safeguards. Economy & Finance: Armenia’s tax revenues rose 14.6% in Jan–Aug 2026; Dimension placed AMD 8.8bn in corporate bonds across six issuers. Energy: Metsamor NPP’s second unit has been reconnected to the grid after 153 days of maintenance. Agriculture Exports: After Russian restrictions, Armenia exported about 30,000 tons of fruits and vegetables to new markets, and the first 60-ton fish shipment reached the UAE. Public Safety & Society: UNICEF reports 1 in 5 children face technology-facilitated sexual abuse across 21 countries.