Authorities say no ‘full’ liquefied gas shortage amid supply disruptions and p

Authorities said on Tuesday that there is no full shortage of liquefied gas in the country, but some individual filling stations could experience temporary supply interruptions due to logistical issues affecting imports.

The Ministry of Economy issued a statement regarding media reports about the situation, amid a 50% increase in liquefied gas prices over the past couple of weeks.

“Due to congestion at the Lars checkpoint and temporary logistical difficulties, the entry of some trucks transporting liquefied gas into Armenia has been delayed, affecting the normal rhythm of market supply. This is not a full shortage, but temporary supply disruptions may occur at certain filling stations,” the Ministry of Economy said in a statement.

Upper Lars, or simply the Lars checkpoint, is a crossing point on the Russia–Georgia border used extensively by Armenian shippers for transit.

The ministry said the government is taking measures to address the issue and stabilize prices.

“Relevant state bodies are in constant contact with importing companies and partner organizations to resolve the situation as quickly as possible and restore normal market supply,” it said.

“Prices may be affected not only by logistical difficulties but also by fluctuations in international markets driven by regional developments. At the same time, the market is under continuous monitoring, and the authorities are tracking the situation to prevent unjustified price increases and possible speculative behavior. Citizens are urged not to engage in panic buying and to rely only on official information. Efforts to stabilize the situation are underway.”