Marta Koss called on European consumers to include Armenian products in their shopping baskets.

ArmInfo. EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Koss called on European consumers to pay attention to Armenian products and include them in their shopping carts. She wrote about this on her X page.

According to Koss, the EU has decided to open its market to almost 80 percent of Armenian produce, including apricots, cherries, tomatoes, and cut flowers. She noted that this step creates new opportunities for Armenian farmers and producers amid Russia's import restrictions on a number of Armenian goods. "Next time you go shopping, consider Armenian products," Koss wrote.

She also singled out Armenian lavash, recalling that during her visit to Armenia, she visited a traditional bakery and observed its preparation. "The small choices you make in your shopping cart can help Armenian farmers and producers and support the right of the Armenian people to choose their own future," Koss noted.

As a reminder, the Council of the European Union officially approved a regulation temporarily waiving import duties on approximately 80% of Armenian exports to EU countries. The decision is aimed at supporting Armenia's economy and diversifying its foreign trade. The preferential regime is introduced for a period of two years and comes into force the day after the decision is officially published in the EU Journal. The tariff exemption will apply to a wide range of products, including approximately 99% of fresh fruit, vegetables, and plants, as well as over 91% of beverages and alcohol. To maintain the exemptions, Yerevan must comply with the rules of origin of goods, not introduce new restrictions on imports from the EU, and adhere to democratic principles. The EU reserves the right to reinstate duties on certain goods if their sudden influx begins to harm European producers.