Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan extends condolences to Georgian Prime Minister
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan sent a condolence message to Georgian Prime Minister Giorgi Kvirikashvili on the collapse of the coal mine in the town of Tghibuli. “On behalf of the Government of Armenia and myself, I extend deep condolences to you and the friendly people of Georgia on the tragedy that occurred in Tghibuli. At this difficult time of sorrow, we offer profound condolences, support and sympathy to you, the victim’s families, close relatives and the friendly... more »
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan receives Head of Rospotrebnadzor
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Anna Popova, Head of RF Federal Service for Consumer Protection, who is in Armenia to attend the 14th session of the CIS Consumer Protection Advisory Council. The Prime Minister noted that the Armenian side is keen to see constructive interactions between the respective agencies of the two countries. “We face common problems in the field of consumer protection and food safety, and they call for joint action. I think we have reached a good... more »
Government Reviews Community Program Subvention Bids
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, the Interagency Commission for Evaluation of Subvention Bids met today in the Office of Government. Minister of Territorial Administration and Development David Lokyan presented 40 bids received from different communities to a total cost of AMD 1,371 million. Of this amount, communities’ contribution is 791 million drams, with the balance to be provided by the State. The applications feature municipal projects, such as street lighting,... more »
PM Holds Discussion on Reforms and Programs Underway in Social Protection System
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held a consultation to discuss the reforms and programs implemented in the field of social protection. In particular, Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Artem Asatryan reported on the reform underway in the sphere of disability management, noting that transition is being made to the electronic system. According to the Minister, information on beneficiaries will be received from electronic healthcare databases. In addition, the medical and social expertise... more »
PM Briefed on Meghri FEZ Development Activities
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, a consultation was held in the Office of Government to discuss work on the further development and expansion of the Meghri Free Economic Zone (FEZ). In particular, the Premier was briefed on the steps aimed at improving infrastructures and attracting private companies. Negotiations are underway with about a dozen new companies engaged in various fields that have shown interest in the Meghri FEZ. Technical matters are currently being addressed,... more »
PM instructs to tighten control of safety standards in places of public importance
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Prime Minister issued a number of instructions. The Premier’s first instruction referred to the compliance with safety requirements. “8 people were injured as a result of an explosion three days ago in a catering facility downtown Yerevan. In connection with the incident, criminal proceedings have been instituted, and the responsible authorities are making the... more »
Karen Karapetyan Discusses Armenia’s Digital Agenda with Microsoft’s General Manager in CIS Region
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Ronald Binkofski, Microsoft General Manager for Kazakhstan & Multi Country CIS. The meeting focused on the joint efforts toward developing Armenia’s digital agenda to be made by the Government of Armenia, represented by the Digital Armenia Foundation, and Microsoft Corporation. Karen Karapetyan prioritized the implementation of Armenia’s digital agenda in cooperation with Microsoft. In turn, Ronald Binkofski came up with... more »
PM Briefed on Program of Making Tourist Destinations of 20 Historical, Cultural Monuments and Protected Wildlife Areas
During a consultation held in the Office of Government, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan was presented a program of making tourist destinations of 20 historical, cultural monuments and protected wildlife areas, which has been developed by the State Tourism Committee (STC) of the Ministry of Economic Development and Investments. STC Head Zarmine Zeytuntsyan noted that the program covers Goris Caves, Zorats Stones, Trchkan Waterfall, Black Fortress, Lake Arpi, Noratus, Geghard, Ashtarak,... more »
Prime Minister Holds Farewell Meeting with Russian Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Russian Ambassador to Armenia Ivan Volynkin who is completing his diplomatic mission in our country. To begin with, Karen Karapetyan expressed condolences on the tragedy that had occurred several days before in Kemerovo. The Prime Minister thanked the Ambassador for cooperation and fruitful work, noting that he appreciated Mr. Volynkin’s personal contribution and efforts toward the development of bilateral relations. “It should... more »
PM Introduced to SoftConstruct’s Activities and Programs
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited the Yerevan office of SoftConstruct to get acquainted with the ongoing activities of the Company, which deals with the development, supply and maintenance of information technologies. Founded in the United Kingdom, SoftConstruct runs offices in 15 countries and boasts over 500 partners worldwide. SoftConstruct and its affiliated companies have some 2500 employees. In addition to gaming software, SoftConstruct has developed many other applications,... more »
