  Armenia, Russia agree to limit passenger traffic for two weeks March 16, 2020 - 16:44 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Armenia and Russia have agreed to limit passenger traffic between the two countries for two weeks. The decision was reached in a phone call between Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and his Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin. The two discussed steps aimed at preventing the spread of the novel coronavirus. Despite the agreement to limit passenger traffic, they agreed to ensure the return of citizens of both countries. Cargo transportations shall be implemented without disruptions. The Armenian government is discussing the possibility of declaring a state of emergency in the country or some parts of it in a bid to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus. 300 people have been isolated in the country so far, with 30 confirmed cases of the virus receiving inpatient treatment.   Top stories Armenia's international reserves amounted to $3.5 billion, according to a report from the country's Central Bank. Trade between Armenian and Iranian increased by 43.5% in the first 10 months of 2022, rising from $390 million to around $560 million. There’s a growing demand for Armenian sprits in Russia amid Western sanctions on the supply of alcohol to the country. Vahan Kerobyan said Armenia will most probably introduce a ban on the sale of Turkish products as well.   Partner news |  Related sections Latest news Team launches Speak Up platform to promote transparent practices  Team Telecom Armenia has launched the Speak Up platform, the company says in a statement.Ucom offers a new uDrift 3500 mobile internet tariff In order to join and activate the tariff plan, one should visit one of the Ucom sales and service centers.Armenian serviceman who went missing in fog has been found The serviceman who went missing in the border areas of the southern province of Syunik has been found, the Defense Ministry said on March 2.Azerbaijan again cuts Karabakh gas supply Azerbaijan has again blocked the only pipeline delivering gas from Armenia to Nagorno Karabakh (Artsakh), Artsakhgas reports. |
