Mon Aug 05 2019
U.S. Sanctions and Iran: Potential Impact on Armenia’s Economy
By Samson Avetian
Economist Samson Avetian takes a brief look at the history of complicated relations between the U.S. and Iran. He argues that economic relations between Armenia and Iran are unlikely to see significant changes even in light of Iran’s escalating tensions with the West.
Mon Jul 22 2019
The Past, Present and Uncertain Future of the Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant
By Justin Tomczyk
Armenia’s Metsamor Nuclear Power Plant, located in a seismically active area, was designed to be decommissioned in 2016. It has been a topic of debate and discussion in Armenian society for decades. Justin Tomczyk takes a closer look.
Thu Jul 04 2019
Income Tax: Flat or Progressive?
By Ani Avetisyan
Economist Ani Avetisyan looks at the recent decision by Armenia’s government to switch to a flat income tax system and argues that cutting tax rates is not an efficient tool for decreasing shadow economy if a country is institutionally underdeveloped.
