Pashinyan denied claims about Armenia’s plans to abandon Russian grain

Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan stated that the republic does not plan to abandon imports of Russian grain and will continue purchases at the previous volume. The statement came after comments from the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service claiming that Yerevan was allegedly considering replacing Russian grain with Ukrainian for political reasons.
The head of government emphasized that the country’s food security is based on pragmatic economic calculations rather than political decisions. According to him, Russian grain supplies are stable, reliable, and consistent with Armenia’s national interests.
Pashinyan noted that within the framework of strategic partnership with Russia, Armenia continues to actively develop cooperation in the agricultural sector. He also added that the republic supports diversification of food imports, but this does not mean abandoning key trade directions.
The prime minister’s statement aims to reduce speculation that arose after reports of possible changes in import schemes. According to government sources, grain supplies from Russia account for a significant share of the domestic market and remain economically beneficial for both sides.
The Armenian Foreign Ministry emphasized that Yerevan adheres to a balanced approach to trade relations and does not intend to make decisions that could affect social stability and food security.
Experts note that Pashinyan’s statement reflects Armenia’s desire to maintain pragmatic relations with Russia despite internal political differences and external pressure. Russian grain, according to analysts, remains competitive in both price and quality, while logistics routes between the two countries ensure reliability of supply.
Russia continues to be one of the largest grain exporters in the region, and Armenia remains a regular importer. By the end of last year, more than 95 percent of all grain imported into the country was of Russian origin.
Official representatives of Yerevan expressed confidence that cooperation with Moscow in the agricultural sector will continue and develop in the interests of both sides.

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