Karen Karapetyan, Alexei Miller Familiarized with Training Center Construction
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan and Gazprom Board Chairman Alexei Miller visited the construction site of a training complex on Tsarav Akhbyur Street of Avan District in Yerevan to inspect the construction process, which is in full swing now. The compound is being built with the use of modern technologies. It will incorporate a kindergarten, a school, a swimming pool, an ice rink, a football field, a gym and a discotheque. The training complex can accept around 2,000 visitors a day.... more »
Karen Karapetyan, Alexey Miller Discuss Cooperation Status and Development Prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Alexey Miller, Chairman of the Management Board of Gazprom Russian energy company. The Prime Minister highly appreciated the ongoing cooperation with Gazprom and the joint projects aimed at developing the energy sector in Armenia. Noting that Gazprom Armenia is a reliable partner, Karen Karapetyan said Armenia’s energy security is enhanced and uninterrupted gas supply, several major investment and social programs are being implemented thanks... more »
Karen Karapetyan Receives Director of the Office of Secretary General of La Francophonie
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Director of the Office of the Secretary General of La Francophonie Jean-Louis Atangana Amougou. Noting the importance of developing cooperation with the International Organization of Francophonie and Member States, the Prime Minister touched upon the ongoing preparations for the 17th summit of Heads of La Francophonie Member States and governments to be held next year in Armenia. Karen Karapetyan advised that a Prime Minister-headed... more »
PM instructs to assess the damage caused by the hailstorm and submit recommendations
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions. The Prime Minister first referred to the efforts aimed at addressing the aftermath of the hailstorm of June 12, 2017. “The hailstorm mainly affected a number of communities in Armavir Marz I am hereby instructing the Minister of Agriculture, the Minister of Territorial Administration and Development and Armavir Marz... more »
Prime Minister of Armenia, President of Tajikistan Hold Breakfast Meeting
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan hosted a working breakfast in honor of President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon who is paying an official visit to the Republic of Armenia. The interlocutors discussed a number of issues related to the further development and expansion of Armenian-Tajik relations in different fields of activity. The Prime Minister of Armenia and the President of Tajikistan stressed that the governments of the two countries should continue endeavoring... more »
Prime Minister Receives Japan International Cooperation Agency President
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) President Shinichi Kitaoka. Highly appreciative of the assistance received from the Japanese government since Armenia’s independence, aimed at ensuring sustainable economic development in our country, Karen Karapetyan said the Government of the Republic of Armenia is interested in expanding and intensifying bilateral cooperation. The Prime Minister pointed to the importance... more »
Armenia Development Fund Presents Vision of Future Activities
The Armenia Development Fund (ADF) Board of Trustees met today in the Office of Government, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, ADF Executive Director Armen Avak Avakian introduced the Fund’s activity program for 2017. In particular, he reported on the steps and measures designed to support exports and attract investments. Mr. Avakian next introduced the vision of future activities and the ensuing structural changes which should help improve the Fund’s efficiency... more »
“The State will subsidize interest rates in priority spheres” - Karen Karapetyan Meets with Banking Sector Representatives
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, another consultation was held today with the representatives of the banking sector. Stressing the need to hold meetings like this on a regular basis, the Prime Minister noted that the new program of the Government’s new program will clearly identify those priority areas considered as productive and having the potential for business and economic development. “We will clearly state that the State will take a share by subsidizing... more »
PM, Estonian Foreign Minister Discuss Cooperation Expansion Prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today Estonian Foreign Minister Sven Mikser. Noting that this year the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Armenia and Estonia is being marked, which can be described as friendly and efficient, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of continued cooperation on bilateral and multilateral platforms. The interlocutors discussed intensification of trade relations, development of business ties and possibilities for implementing... more »
Prime Minister Receives Director General of Rosatom Corporation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Director General of Rosatom Corporation Alexei Likhachev. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of Armenian-Russian cooperation in the energy sector and expressed satisfaction with the current level of bilateral cooperation. The interlocutors discussed issues related to the renewal of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant’s second unit. Alexei Likhachev advised that the activities are proceeding according to the proposed timetable, adding... more »
