26 Jan
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From the Region to the Global Stage: RECONOMY’s partner tour operators at FITUR 2026

At FITUR 2026 in Madrid, one of the world’s leading tourism fairs, the Eastern Partnership region was presented through fresh perspectives and collaborative tourism offers developed within the RECONOMY Regional Tourism Development Initiative. Supported by RECONOMY’s Digitizing Sectors for Competitiveness project, partner tour operators Nueva Vista, Phoenix Tour Armenia, and Armenia Holidays took part in the event, engaging directly with international tourism professionals and global market players.

Across packed halls and high-level B2B meetings, the partner tour operators presented new ways of experiencing the region – cross-border journeys, shared stories, and tour packages that go beyond single destinations. FITUR offered the space to test ideas, spark partnerships, and position the region as a connected, diverse, and market-ready tourism destination.

Beyond visibility, the experience delivered momentum. Direct dialogue with international buyers, exposure to emerging travel trends, and peer exchange with global industry leaders strengthened partners’ confidence and sharpened their market approach. Most importantly, it reinforced a core RECONOMY message: regional cooperation creates stronger products and bigger opportunities.

RECONOMY is an inclusive and green economic development program of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), implemented by Helvetas in partnership with the Strategic Development Agency NGO and others in the Eastern Partnership and Western Balkan countries.

19 Jan
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INLIMA Working Meetings in Aragatsotn Region: Strengthening Cooperation for a Sustainable Value Chain

As part of the INLIMA Project, the project team held a series of working meetings in the Aragatsotn region, bringing together representatives of veterinary services, dairy processing enterprises, and slaughterhouses from the communities of Ashtarak, Talin, and Aparan.

The meetings serve as a starting point for the project’s forthcoming interventions. These will include a practical assessment of herd movement organization and management, the identification of gaps and development needs across veterinary services, dairy processing, and slaughtering operations, and the joint development of coordination mechanisms and targeted actions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and structured development of the livestock value chain.

“Innovative Livestock Management: Animal Migration, Breeding & Markets” (INLIMA) project is implemented by Strategic Development Agency NGO Development Agency (SDA) NGO and funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the operational unit of Austrian Development Cooperation.

16 Jan
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IADAAM Turning Vision into Action: Field Visits to Future Demonstration Farms

IADAAM Team Leader Sergiu Botezatu, together with the AEST Vedi team, conducted field visits to potential demonstration farms, assessing their suitability for future project activities.

During the visits, the team also visited the Vedi reservoir’s on-farm network to inspect the installation of state-of-the-art filtration systems, reviewing technical progress. These systems are designed to enhance irrigation efficiency and promote sustainable water management practices.

These visits go beyond routine monitoring: they lay the groundwork for establishing strong demonstration sites that will function as centers of practical learning, peer-to-peer exchange, and innovation. By showcasing modern irrigation technologies, good agricultural practices, and efficient resource use, the demonstration farms will support farmers in making informed decisions, improving productivity, and building more resilient and sustainable farming systems.

The Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir Marzes (IADAAM) project, financed by the European Union (EU) and implemented with the support of the French Development Agency (Agence Française de Développement), aims to transform irrigated agriculture in Armenia.

Implemented by the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, the project’s technical assistance is provided by a consortium comprising AESA – Agriconsulting Europe SA, Avenue Consulting Group LLC, Strategic Development Agency NGO, and 3R Strategy LLC, with the aim of strengthening agricultural policy and advancing sector reforms.

29 Dec
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INLIMA Team Holds Working Meetings with Representatives of Vayots Dzor and Aragatsotn Marzes

The INLIMA team held working meetings with representatives of the Vayots Dzor and Aragatsotn marzes to discuss the progress of the program and regional priorities. During the meetings, the parties addressed community development priorities and the potential introduction of sustainable technologies as tools to promote local economic growth and ecological development.

The team and the marz representatives also discussed plans for future joint actions within the program, aiming to provide more effective and targeted support to local communities.

The INLIMA team values this constructive dialogue and is confident that these meetings will contribute to the swift and sustainable achievement of the program’s objectives, enhancing the local potential of the regions and creating opportunities for sustainable development.

“Innovative Livestock Management: Animal Migration, Breeding & Markets” (INLIMA) project is implemented by the Strategic Development Agency (SDA) NGO and funded by the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), the operational unit of Austrian Development Cooperation.

26 Dec
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IADAAM: Working Meetings with Demonstration Farm Applicants

Within the framework of the “Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir Marzes” (IADAAM) project, the phase of additional information collection with demonstration farm applicants has officially begun. These working meetings, held in the target communities, provide an opportunity to thoroughly review the submitted applications, assess the development potential of the farms, and evaluate their compliance with the program’s criteria.

Through this phase, IADAAM aims to ensure a comprehensive and well-grounded assessment of all applications, enabling a more effective and data-driven selection process for the demonstration farms.

The Irrigated Agriculture Development in Ararat and Armavir Marzes (IADAAM) project, financed by the European Union (EU) and implemented with the support of the French Development Agency (AFD), aims to transform irrigated agriculture in Armenia.

Implemented by the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Armenia, the project’s technical assistance is provided by a consortium comprising AESA – Agriconsulting Europe SA, Avenue Consulting Group LLC, Strategic Development Agency NGO, and 3R Strategy LLC, with the aim of strengthening agricultural policy and advancing sector reforms.

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