Armenia’s Ministry of Regional Administration and Infrastructure reported that Yerevan asked the Russian Federation to lift the supply cap on diesel fuel and gasoline, and that part of the request was fulfilled. The update was provided by TASS, the Russian news agency. The ministry clarified that the existing quota for gasoline and diesel had been exhausted in October 2023, prompting a formal request from Yerevan to bolster the allotment. Officials indicated that the outcome was partially favorable, allowing room for additional imports while maintaining strict controls over volumes and pricing.
The ministry noted that the available increase enabled Armenian importers to bring in 15 thousand tons of gasoline and 20 thousand tons of diesel from Russia. It emphasized that Yerevan never sought complimentary supply of fuel from Moscow and that the adjustments were intended to stabilize domestic markets, not to subsidize consumption. The statement underscored a clear distinction between financial support and market-based quota expansion, aiming to support national energy security and price stability for Armenian consumers and businesses.
Earlier, officials within the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described Armenia as facing a challenging situation due to a shortage of petroleum products. In response, Russia began supplying 5 thousand tons of gasoline and 20 thousand tons of diesel to Armenia at Yerevan’s request, signaling coordinated efforts to mitigate shortages and ensure continuity of essential fuel supplies for critical sectors and everyday life.
Meanwhile, observers have been discussing the broader questions about how long oil will remain a central energy source, a topic that continues to influence policy decisions, regional energy ties, and international market dynamics. The situation highlights the importance of transparent, dependable fuel arrangements between neighboring countries and the ongoing role of energy diplomacy in maintaining economic stability.
As analysts assess the evolving energy landscape, the Armenia-Russia arrangements illustrate how energy cooperation can respond to immediate shortages while balancing market mechanisms, regulatory oversight, and the interests of domestic industries and consumers in both nations. [Source attribution: TASS]