“The Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA), following up on President Obama's campaign pledge to "help foster Armenia's growth and development through expanded trade," has called upon the United States Trade Representative (USTR), Ron Kirk, to enter into formal discussions with the Republic of Armenia regarding the negotiation of a Trade and Investment Framework Agreement (TIFA),” ANCA website reports.

“In a letter sent to Ambassador Kirk, ANCA Chairman Ken Hachikian noted that the establishment of a U.S.-Armenia TIFA would broaden existing avenues of dialogue and "provide a consistent platform for our government to meet and consult on a regular basis with Armenian government officials regarding broadening our economic cooperation and expanding opportunities for trade and investment,” the source says.