PM takes inspection tour of Kumayri Historical Center, holds consultation at Gyumri Town Hall
On the sidelines of his working visit to Gyumri, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan toured the Kumayri Historical Center, followed by a consultation held at the Gyumri Town Hall to discuss the development of the Historical Center. In particular, the Premier was informed on the work being done to restore infrastructures in Shiraz and adjacent streets in the Historic Center. Karen Karapetyan instructed those responsible to submit within a week’s time a clear-cut and accurate timetable... more »
Karen Karapetyan: “We will be consistent in bringing high technologies, innovations to our country’s distant regions”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the opening of the Regional Growth through High Technologies Conference in Gyumri. Addressing the forum, the Prime Minister noted that the motto of the conference reflects the right goal. The objective is to develop the high tech industry as one of Armenia’s economic priorities, which has great potential for attracting investments and promoting exports. At the same time, regional and community development is central in Armenia’s economic... more »
PM welcomes newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia Jonathan Lacôte. Congratulating the Ambassador on assumption of office, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that his activities would help develop and strengthen the Armenian-French relations. The head of the Armenian government attached importance to the deepening of trade and economic ties between the two countries, emphasizing that Armenia could become a solid platform for French companies... more »
RA Prime Minister, Dutch Senate President discuss prospects of economic relations
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Ankie Broekers-Knol, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Welcoming the guest, the Prime Minister said it is remarkable that such a high-level visit is taking place in the year of the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Armenia and the Netherlands. Karen Karapetyan expressed confidence that the visit would add momentum to bilateral ties; in particular, it might boost the trade and economic... more »
PM instructs to improve and simplify issuance of construction permits
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 concerned the prevention of instances of unauthorized sale of products or provision of services to teenagers. The Prime Minister instructed the Ministers of Justice, Economic Development and Investments, Healthcare, Territorial Administration and Development, the State Committee for Urban... more »
PM gets acquainted with activities of Optym, a company developing transport-related software solutions
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited the corporate headquarters of Optym Armenia, which deals with optimization algorithms and decision-making systems in transport networks. The Premier toured Optym’s units to get acquainted with their activities, working conditions, ongoing programs and development prospects. Optym’s representatives said they are effectively cooperating with leading companies engaged in freight shipments, railway, air, bus communication. They noted that... more »
Prime Minister: “The Armenia National SDG Innovation Center will give new quality to the search for solutions to the problems faced in our country”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the inauguration of The Armenia National SDG Innovation Center. Congratulating the attendees on the Center’s opening, the Prime Minister pointed out that it was a joint initiative launched by the Government of Armenia and the United Nations in the frame of the Center for Strategic Initiatives. “This is an extremely important choice as the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals is crucial to our country as part of the... more »
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan sends condolence cable to IRI First Vice President Es’haq Jahangiri
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan sent a message of condolences to First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Es’haq Jahangiri on the devastating earthquake that killed hundreds of people near the village of Azgale in Iran’s Kermanshah Province. The message reads: “Honorable Mr Jahangiri, I was deeply grieved to learn of casualties and destruction caused by the devastating earthquake in the state of Kermanshah in the Islamic Republic of Iran. On... more »
Government discusses preparations for 3 major events to be held in Armenia in 2018
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called a consultative meeting to discuss the ongoing preparations for 3 major events to be held in Armenia in 2018: La Francophonie Summit; 100th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia and the May battles; 2800th anniversary of the foundation of Yerevan. Minister of Foreign Affairs Edward Nalbandian gave details of the ongoing preparations for the 17th summit of the International Organization of La Francophonie. Deputy Mayor of Yerevan Aram Sukiasyan... more »
RA Prime Minister, Moldovan President discuss issues related to development of trade and economic relations
Today, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan had dinner with Moldovan President Igor Dodon who is paying an official visit to Armenia. The sides touched upon a number of issues on the bilateral agenda, including the development of trade and economic relations. In this context, they discussed the prospects for holding the first sitting of the Armenian-Moldovan intergovernmental commission, implementing joint investment programs, launching Yerevan-Chisinau direct air flights.
