PM briefed on progress in Meghri free economic zone development activities
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called a consultative meeting to discuss issues related to the establishment of the free economic zone in Meghri. RA Minister of Economic Development and Investments Suren Karayan reported progress in ongoing activities, focusing on the efforts underway on the spot. Highlighting the project’s importance for Armenia’s economic development, Prime Minister Karapetyan instructed to keep the spotlight on the construction of the free economic... more »
Prime Minister: “We have set a goal to increase farming productivity in Armenia and we have all the necessary prerequisites for it”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the opening of ArmAgroForum conference. Welcoming the attendees, the Head of Government pointed out that agriculture is one of the most important branches of our economy, which provides employment, promotes income generation and enhancement of living standards in rural areas, export growth and macroeconomic stability. “We have set a goal to increase agricultural productivity in Armenia and we have all the necessary prerequisites for it... more »
Waste management reform discussed with Prime Minister
Today, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held a consultation on waste management reform in Armenia. The meeting specifically discussed the proposals for improving the legislative framework applicable to garbage disposal and sanitation as developed by the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development. Minister of Territorial Administration and Development David Lokyan said the primary objective behind the proposed amendments is to improve the quality of garbage collection and... more »
Karen Karapetyan inspects progress in investment programs in Aragatsotn Marz of Armenia
During today’s trip to Aragatsotn Marz, Karen Karapetyan visited several agricultural companies to get acquainted with the pace of a number of investment projects. The Prime Minister first called at the greenhouse farm of Voskevaz, where cucumbers and tomatoes are being cultivated. Established on a site of one hectare, the farm is going to invest an amount equivalent to USD 800 thousand in order to expand the investment program with 1.2 hectares. The owner of the farm advised that... more »
PM attends Talin-1 solar power plant opening
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the commissioning of Armenia’s largest ever solar power generation facility with 1 megawatt capacity in Talin town of Aragatsotn Marz. This unique project is said to be of paramount importance to Armenia’s solar energy system, as well as in terms of environmental protection and economic development. The project was funded by a group of Armenian investors (Eduard Marutyan, Arayik Karapetyan, Zaven Sargsyan, Hayk Chobanyan) and was... more »
“Our relations with the Council of Europe will continue to deepen in line with Armenia’s commitments and political undertakings” - PM receives PACE Co-Rapporteurs
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received PACE Monitoring Committee members, PACE Co-Rapporteurs Alan Meale and Giuseppe Galati. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of Co-Rapporteurs’ regular visits to Armenia, which make it possible to discuss the ongoing reforms and Armenia’s compliance with its commitments. “Since joining the Council of Europe, Armenia has been actively involved in the proceedings of the Council of Europe and its various bodies. We highly... more »
Karen Karapetyan receives ADB Vice President-headed delegation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Asian Development Bank Vice President Mr Wencai Zhang. Noting that ADB is one of the key partners of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, the Prime Minister emphasized that 25 major projects have been implemented in our country over the past few years, including the ones carried out in cooperation with the private sector. Karen Karapetyan prioritized the programs aimed at developing infrastructure and, in this context,... more »
Karen Karapetyan visits Saint Philippos Armenian Church in Tashkent and meets with Armenian community representatives
On the margins of his visit to Uzbekistan, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited St. Philippos Armenian church in Tashkent to meet with representatives of the Armenian community. As he presented the main directions of his government’s activities, the Premier spoke about the prospects for developing bilateral relations with Uzbekistan and highlighted the role of the Armenian community in this process. “We are eager to see our Diaspora involved in the development of... more »
Karen Karapetyan meets with President of Uzbekistan
In the framework of his visit to Uzbekistan, RA Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan met with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. Thankful for the warm welcome, Karen Karapetyan underscored the need for making full use of the potential of the two countries and the possibilities of cooperation. Placing a special emphasis on the development of trade and economic relations, the parties highlighted the establishment of a joint intergovernmental commission and its effective activities.... more »
Karen Karapetyan and Uzbekistan Prime Minister set to step up intergovernmental relations
Within the framework of his visit to the Republic of Uzbekistan, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan met with Abdullah Aripov, the Head of the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan. During the talks, Prime Minister Karapetyan noted that Armenia is interested in boosting interstate relations with Uzbekistan. Karen Karapetyan said the two countries should actively develop contacts between business communities, chambers of commerce and industry, and specialized development agencies. In this... more »
