Armenian Economy Minister Gevorg Papoyan met on September 10 with representatives of several companies involved in high-tech rose production in Armenia. The talks focused on export-related and logistics issues facing the sector.
Deputy Economy Minister Arman Khojoyan also took part in the meeting. The discussion covered state policy in the greenhouse sector, as well as existing support mechanisms designed to promote and organize exports.
The sides also reviewed opportunities for the sector’s further development and for improving competitiveness. Particular attention was given to the logistics and transport side of exporting greenhouse-grown roses, customs clearance procedures, and other practical issues affecting the industry.
Papoyan stressed the importance of ensuring the sector’s uninterrupted operation, improving the export competitiveness of Armenian greenhouse-grown roses, and strengthening the position of Armenian products in new markets.
The source notes that Russia has banned imports of roses and other flowers from Armenia.
