Akyaka Mayor Erduger Toptas told this to a group of Armenian journalists visiting Turkey. Armenian journalists’ impressions from their visit to TurkeyAccording to official information, a group of Armenian journalists travelled to Turkey as part of a journalist exchange programme. Tender announced for Akyaka–Gyumri highwayAkyaka Mayor Erduger Toptas said Turkey plans to restore not only the railway but also the highway. The Armenian journalists also spoke with residents of Turkish settlements near the Armenian border. For example, from 1 January 2026, Armenia and Turkey simplified visa procedures for holders of diplomatic, special and service passports.