PM Welcomes Vice Chairman of Standing Committee of National People’s Congress of PRC People’s Representatives
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received a delegation led by Chen Changzhi, Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of the PRC People’s Representatives. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the dynamics of bilateral relations. The Premier said China is a key partner for Armenia, and that reciprocated top-level visits promote development of interstate relations and bilateral cooperation. Thankful for the... more »
PM Receives IAEA Regulatory Authority Monitoring Mission Head
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Regulatory Authority Monitoring Mission Head Hans Vanner. Pleased with the current level of cooperation with the IAEA, the Prime Minister pointed out that Armenia is committed to abiding by its obligations assumed under international agreements, simultaneously improving the national legislation in the field of nuclear safety. Hans Vanner thanked the Prime Minister for reception and stressed the... more »
Government Holds Regular Meeting
The Government approved a bill on amendments to the Law on License Fees, which suggests replacing the turnover tax applicable to gold markets with license fees, with a maximum amount set at AMD35 thousand in Yerevan, AMD25 thousand - in Marz centers and 0 dram - in border areas. Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan highlighted the amendment in the context of support for the jewelry sector. The Government made amendments to the 2015 State budget law and its earlier decisions, according to... more »
