Armenia and Russia maintain long-term agreements regarding natural gas supplies, with officials indicating that a unilateral withdrawal from these obligations by either party is not a realistic scenario.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan addressed the matter during a government briefing. The Prime Minister emphasized that such unilateral actions would contradict established international contractual practices, stating, "This is not how it is done. This is not the type of behavior that occurs based on a contract."
Pashinyan further noted that the Armenian government is actively analyzing all potential scenarios regarding the current situation. Reflecting on his long-term working relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Pashinyan described him as a rational leader guided by facts and expressed hope that existing concerns would be resolved through dialogue.
Meanwhile, Armenia's Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure, David Khudatyan, informed parliament that Yerevan has received notifications from the Russian side regarding the potential termination of certain bilateral agreements. The minister assured that the government is managing associated risks, including potential tariff adjustments. According to Khudatyan, Armenia continues to receive Russian gas under existing agreements, and cooperation between the two sides remains "constructive and professional."
It should be noted that recent correspondence sent to Armenia indicated that the potential suspension or termination of the December 2, 2013, agreement on the supply of natural gas, oil products, and diamonds is under consideration. The document reportedly links this scenario to Armenia's ongoing efforts to deepen ties with the European Union. Currently, Armenia purchases natural gas from Russia at approximately $177.50 per thousand cubic meters, a rate significantly lower than the average market price in Europe, which hovers around $550.
Energy security remains a critical component of Armenia's economic stability, given its heavy reliance on Russian energy imports. The 2013 agreement has historically served as a cornerstone of the energy relationship between the two nations, providing subsidized pricing that shields the Armenian economy from the volatility of global energy markets.
