The Armenian government is preparing to extend its temporary ban on wheat exports for an additional six months, keeping the restriction in place from January 8, 2027, through July 8, 2027.

Developed by the Ministry of Economy, the draft decision aims to safeguard national food security and economic stability. Because local wheat production does not meet domestic demand, Armenia relies primarily on imports to supply its market.

The ban applies to wheat exported from Armenia to countries outside the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). However, wheat imported into Armenia and later shipped out under the "re-export" customs procedure is exempt from the restriction. The measure also aligns export policies across EAEU member states to protect the Union's single market amid rising global food prices.

This proposal extends the existing six-month ban adopted on June 11, 2026, which is currently set to expire on January 8, 2027.