Armenian, Russian Prime Ministers Meet at Yekaterinburg Industrial Forum

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin on the sidelines of the INNOPROM 2026 industrial exhibition in Yekaterinburg. Mishustin highlighted Russia's position as Armenia's leading foreign trade partner and investor, citing active Russian involvement in mining, energy, and digital sectors. He emphasized the importance of creating favorable conditions for Russian investors and noted ongoing cooperation through an intergovernmental commission. Pashinyan called the meeting an opportunity to "adjust the clocks" following Armenia's June parliamentary elections and expressed commitment to developing bilateral relations and Armenia's role in the Eurasian Economic Union. Both leaders pledged to address outstanding issues and expand cultural and humanitarian cooperation between the nations.