Government set to draw clear distinction between forest management and preservation functions
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Prior to the discussion of the agenda issues, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions. Regarding the forestry reform, the Prime Minister stated in part, “We have repeatedly touched upon the problems faced in the forest sector and the need for a comprehensive reform. The proposed concept of forestry reform is far from suggesting satisfactory solutions to issues related to the protection of... more »
RA Prime Minister, Israeli Minister of Regional Cooperation Discuss Economic Cooperation Prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today a delegation led by the Minister of Regional Cooperation of Israel Zakhi Hanegbi, who is in Armenia on an official visit. Welcoming the delegation to our country, Prime Minister Karapetyan noted that Armenia is interested in the development of cooperation with Israel, especially in the activation of economic ties. The head of the Armenian government considered positive the recent launch of the Armenia-Israel direct flights. Assuring... more »
PM Visits National Gallery and History Museum of Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited today the National Gallery of Armenia. During the tour the Prime Minister got acquainted with the “Armenian kings and queens in the European engravings and Armenian posters of XVII-XIX centuries” exposition, which features rare and still unknown specimens of art. The exhibition includes materials from the collections of the Armenian Genocide Museum-Institute Director Hayk Demoyan, the Armenian Museum of Boston, the Ararat-Eskijian Museum... more »
Sevan National Park Reform Progress Reported to Prime Minister
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, a consultative meeting was held in the Office of Government to discuss progress in the implementation of Sevan National Park reform program. The Premier was briefed on the ongoing activities aimed at addressing issues related to management, land use, environment, urban development and development of the resort area. The meeting took note of the process of implementation of Prime Minister’s instructions. Stressing the need for speedy... more »
“We need to provide modern, high-quality education in border communities” – PM Holds Consultation in Tavush Marzof Armenia
The Prime Minister-chaired consultation in Dilijan town of Tavush Marz discussed Marz and community development programs and activities. Tavush Marz Governor Hovik Abovyan noted that the Marz boasts a 2.0% share in the country’s total GDP. 2016 The gross industrial output is about 12,130 billion drams, while the gross agricultural output is AMD 41, 300 million. Agriculture is seen as a priority in the region’s development strategy. As he said, thanks to international... more »
Prime Minister Receives Alliance Group Company Delegation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today Alliance Group Regional Director Antoine Issa. The company provides financial services in insurance and asset management. The meeting discussed possibilities for cooperation in the field of insurance. The regional director of Alliance Group noted that his company is interested in starting operations in our country, as well as in the markets of third countries via Armenia. Welcoming the interest of Alliance Group, the Prime Minister... more »
Prime Minister Pays Working Visit to Gyumri
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan paid today a working visit to Gyumri. The Prime Minister first called at Lentex ltd, which is engaged in the production of socks and hosiery in Armenia. During the tour of the factory, the Premier was briefed on its output capacity and the range of products, as well as on the prospects for expansion and development programs. Lentex LLC, which boasts about 6000 square meters of production area and up to 1000 square meters of auxiliary facilities, is... more »
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan Receives Delegation from Jeollabuk-Do Province of Korea
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Song Ha-Jin, Governor of the State of Jeollabuk-Do of Korea. The meeting focused on the development of bilateral economic ties. Prime Minister Karapetyan said the Armenian government is implementing continued reform to improve the business environment and create favorable conditions for investment programs. Noting that the Korean business community looks forward to implementing investment projects in Armenia, Song Ha-Jin... more »
PM instructs to clarify and simplify licensing, reference issuance processes
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. Referring to the process of issuing licenses and other documents, the Premier said: “As a result of the Government’s policy, the number of mandatory licenses issued by government agencies has been reduced from 127 to 85. As from October 2016, the right of providing 67 public services was delegated to private... more »
RA Prime Minister, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Discuss Cooperation Development Prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today a delegation led by Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan. Noting that the Armenian-UAE cooperation is one of the best examples of interaction between Armenia and Arab countries, the Prime Minister said that the ongoing high-level political dialogue provides favorable conditions for the expansion of economic and investment cooperation. The head of the Armenian... more »
