Aleksey Shevtsov, Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council, stated that Armenia's exit from the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) will not cause a noticeable resonance. He noted that the share of Yerevan's trade turnover within the union is about 1%. Over the decade of membership in the EAEU, Armenia has achieved significant economic growth, with GDP increasing by more than 180% and industrial production growing by 3.1 times, leading to the industrialization of the economy. Therefore, the Armenian leadership is not in a hurry to leave the EAEU, continued Shevtsov, as expert assessments suggest that halting participation could lead to rising inflation, decreased consumption, and an overall decline in the standard of living.
It is noteworthy that Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan reiterated during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin that the authorities of the republic believe that Armenia's European aspirations do not contradict its obligations to Russia and the EAEU.
