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 »
Consultation on Demographic Issues Held in Government
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, a consultation on demographic issues was held in the Office of Government. The representatives of the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs reported back the findings of their demographic analyses and surveys. The meeting explored ways of improving the demographic situation, discussed the main factors affecting the demographic pattern in the country and a set of measures to address the current state of affairs. Following the discussion, the... more »
“Significant positive growth recorded in the provinces” - PM Suggests Updating Marz Administrations’ Annual Activity Programs
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 program of Marz Governors’ activities for 2018. “After taking note of Marz administrations’ annual activity reports for 2017 and holding several consultations in the provinces, I should note that a significant positive growth was recorded last year in the... more »
Prime Minister, Newly Appointed UN Resident Coordinator Prioritize Cooperation over Armenia-2030 Development Agenda
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received newly appointed UN Resident Coordinator, UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia Shombi Sharp. Congratulating Shombi Sharp on assumption of office, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that Mr. Sharp could contribute to the further development of bilateral cooperation. The Premier noted that close cooperation is entertained with the UN Office in Armenia, a number of effective programs have been implemented and, in the meantime, there are new... more »
