Updates

New amendments propose introducing civil and administrative liability for hate speech that falls below the threshold of criminal liability but can potentially restrict freedom of expression.

The long-awaited step will simplify procedures and improve access, particularly for organisations outside the capital.

Recent Tax Code amendments promote domestic philanthropy but shift private donations away from civil society-led programmes.

The draft does not impose undue restrictions on CSOs, though potential impact on civil society engagement remains to be seen.

The updated framework introduces clearer rules for the consultative platforms to foster a more inclusive and participatory decision-making process.

The Strategic Management Procedure sets a full cycle of planning, implementation, and monitoring of core national strategies, offering a formal opportunity for CSOs and other actors to contribute at all stages.

A new legislative package by the Armenian government aims to strengthen public data management and digital services. While reflecting many CSO recommendations, it still awaits parliamentary adoption and leaves some concerns unresolved.

Mining company’s multi-million lawsuit could set a dangerous precedent by trying to silence workers and stop public criticism, resembling a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP).

The Ministry of High Technology Industry published an improved legislative package, taking into account civil society recommendations.

New amendments allow the Ministry of Internal Affairs to launch a nationwide system of real-time biometric surveillance, posing a risk to privacy, peaceful assembly and non-discrimination.

New legislative reforms aim to strengthen civil society’s right to bring cases before the courts, further improvements are possible.

The Armenian Parliament adopted a new Law on Youth Policy, a pivotal step towards empowering young people and recognising them as key players in shaping the future of the country.