Armenian central bank to replace used banknotes to prevent spread of coronavirus

Economy
армянский драм
армянский драм

YEREVAN, March 13. /ARKA/. The Armenian central bank said on Thursday it would gradually replace used banknotes with new ones to try to prevent the spread of coronavirus and advised people to avoid making cash payments where possible.

In a post on its official Facebook page, the central bank also advised people to use online banking services in preference to cash where possible.

Armenia has recorded six cases of coronavirus so far, according to the health ministry. -0-

spot_img

POPULAR

Announces

Armenia and the French Development Agency Discuss New Areas of Cooperation

Armenia and the French Development Agency (AFD) are discussing future cooperation in the areas of irrigation infrastructure and agriculture, energy, solid waste management, and private sector development, the press service of the Armenian government reports.
Banks

Unibank’s AMD 6.9 billion Perpetual Bonds Listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange

Unibank’s AMD-denominated perpetual bonds with a total nominal volume of AMD 6.9 billion have been listed on the Armenia Securities Exchange and included in the secondary Bbond list of bonds.
Exchange market

Exchange rates of the euro, ruble, and dollar against the Armenian dram continued to decline – Central Bank of Armenia data

The average market exchange rate of the US dollar against the Armenian dram, established on Armenia's currency market, fell by 0.74 points on October 5 compared to October 2, settling at 361.81 drams.
Economy

Armenia’s public debt to remain below 50% of GDP in the medium term – Finance Ministry

Armenia’s public debt will remain below 50% of GDP in the medium term, stated the Republic’s Minister of Finance, Vahe Hovhannisyan.
Announces

Unibank Supported AGBU Global Run as Lead Sponsor Across 22 Cities Worldwide

The AGBU Global Run for Camp Nairi brought together more than 1,500 participants across 22 cities and raised $500,000 to support children and families affected by war and displacement.

LATEST NEWS

spot_imgspot_imgspot_img
Previous article
Economist: Armenia’s preparation for possible fluctuations at forex market is at high level, but there are also vulnerable categories of people – exclusive interview
Economist: Armenia’s preparation for possible fluctuations at forex market is at high level, but there are also vulnerable categories of people – exclusive interview
Next article
New Armenian banknotes become winners at High Security Printing EMEA-2020
New Armenian banknotes become winners at High Security Printing EMEA-2020