Tourism Infrastructure: Armenia has approved a procedure to create a unified database of tourism service providers, aiming to digitize regulation, centralize data, and improve oversight across the sector. Visa & Travel Ease: Deputy Interior Minister Armen Ghazaryan says long Schengen visa queues will be addressed through EU-driven liberalization of Armenia’s visa regime, with work already underway and phased steps planned. Visitor Numbers: Armenia welcomed 1.240 million tourists in Jan–July 2026, up 7% year-on-year, with July arrivals down versus June but still showing strong demand overall. Russian Market Boost: Bookings of Russian tourists in Armenia rose 42% in August, with Armenia also climbing among top Russian destination picks. Hospitality Investment: Hyatt signed to bring the Hyatt Regency brand to Armenia, with Hyatt Regency Dilijan planned for 205 rooms and suites. Safety & Travel Risk: Armenia’s Interior Ministry links a surge in citizenship applications to travel restrictions for Russian nationals, while reports also highlight violence against a tourist in Sukhum and ongoing mine-blast casualties in Azerbaijan.