On December 14, Gyumri hosted the opening of the 2nd Gyumri- Kars economic forum.

The event is organized by the Caucasus Business and Development Network (CBDN), jointly with USAID, Eurasia-Partnership Foundation and International Alert London-based charity organisation.

The forum brought together 30 Armenian and Turkish entrepreneurs engaged in production of wine, honey, cheese, meat products as well as representatives of agriculture and tourism sectors.

The event aims to promote local business development through cooperation with foreign entrepreneurs.