Armenia–Iran Connectivity: Work has officially started on the 7.2-kilometer Kajaran Tunnel on the North–South Highway, a major Syunik project meant to shorten the route by about 14 km, raise average speeds, and cut travel time by roughly 40 minutes—key for smoother Armenia–Iran border access and winter road safety. Yerevan Mobility: Yerevan plans new parking facilities near city entrances so drivers can leave cars and continue by public transport, aiming to reduce congestion in the most crowded areas while improving bus lanes and moving toward electric public transport. Armenian Tourism & Culture Abroad: The Armenian Language Foundation is running Armenian language courses in Hasakah, Syria, with plans to expand during vacation periods—supporting heritage learning that can also strengthen community travel and cultural tourism ties. Diaspora Travel Facilitation: Armenia and Mongolia discussed easier visa requirements to boost travel and people-to-people contact, alongside broader regional connectivity goals. Regional Tourism Watch: Diyarbakır is targeting 2 million visitors this year, banking on UNESCO-listed walls and historic sites—good news for regional faith and culture tourism flows.