YEREVAN. – Gazprom claims price for gas supplied to Armenia will increase next year, Energy Minister Armen Movsisyan told reporters.

The talks are underway and the new price will be announced in late December, he added.

At the moment, Armenia is purchasing gas for $180 for one thousand cubic meters - lower than Gazprom market price. Europe and Ukraine are receiving gas for more than $400 for one thousand cubic meters.