Tourist visits to Armenia reached 2.263 million in 2025, with around 938,000 arrivals from Russia, Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan said.
According to preliminary data collected at border crossing points, total visits in January–December 2025 increased by 2.5% compared with 2024.
“Visitors from Russia accounted for about 43% of the total number of tourist arrivals,” Papoyan said.
He attributed the growth in tourism to both political and professional factors, including developments surrounding August 8 and the period before and after it, which he said contributed to the establishment of peace in Armenia.
Papoyan also highlighted government efforts to promote tourism, including participation in international exhibitions, publications in reputable outlets, cooperation with international partners, digital marketing.
Armenia’s trade turnover with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) exceeded $8 billion in 2025, while exports to EAEU countries totalled more than $3.2 billion.
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