US State Department to Allocate $900,000 to Combat Russian Influence in Armenia

The U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor has announced a competition for a grant of $900,000 aimed at strengthening workers' rights in Armenia amidst the backdrop of Russia's attempts to increase its influence in the country. This information was reported by Sputnik Near Abroad.

In the announcement, it was clarified that ensuring reforms is particularly critical now given the growing concerns that Russia is using its influence to more effectively consolidate its power.

Previously, the State Department had allocated funds to Armenia for the restoration of friendly relations with the populations of Turkey and Azerbaijan.