Pashinyan: Armenia to welcome 76% more Russians this holiday seasonDecember 17, 2018 - 11:41 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The flow of Russian tourists to Armenia in the period of New Year will increase by 76% against the same period last year, acting Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said in a Facebook post, adding that "this is a good chance for businesses." “This, of course, is a chance for many Armenian businesses to implement their part of the economic revolution and create solid foundations for a more powerful tourist boom in summer,” Pashinyan said. Earlier, Izvestia reported citing data from travel agency OZON.travel that Armenia ranks first among foreign destinations for Russian tourists for New Year, the demand having increased by 76% compared to 2017. The publication also mentioned reduction in the cost of tickets by 12%, as well as relatively inexpensive accommodation and service in the country. Germany and Thailand turned out to be second and third most popular holiday destinations among Russian travelers. Top stories The EU does not intend to conduct military exercises with Armenia, Lead Spokesperson for EU Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Peter Stano says. A telephone conversation between Putin and Pashinyan before the CSTO summit is not planned, Peskov says. London’s Armenian community has been left feeling “under attack” after the city’s Genocide monument was vandalised. The United States believes there should be an international mission to provide transparency. Partner news | Turkey extends military presence in Azerbaijan The Turkish parliament has adopted a bill submitted by Recep Tayyip Erdogan to extend the mandate of Turkish troops. Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills Armenian, Saudi Foreign Minister meet in Riyadh The two commended the positive dynamics of the development of political dialogue between Armenia and Saudi Arabia Pashinyan: Azerbaijan’s proximity shouldn’t worry border residents At the same time, he said that he “does not guarantee [the security of villagers] one hundred percent”. |