Government Reviews New Investment Programs Submitted from Ararat, Armavir Marzes of Armenia
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, a consultation was held in the Office of Government to discuss new investment programs presented from Ararat and Armavir Marzes of Armenia. The business programs mainly bore on winemaking and vodka production, organic farm product processing, agricultural machinery production, expansion of greenhouses, etc. Details were provided on the projects’ feasibility studies and financial estimates. Stressing the need to make an accurate... more »
PM Receives German Development Bank (KfW) Delegation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today a delegation led by German Development Bank (KfW) Regional Director Olaf Zimelka. The Premier stressed the importance of ensuring continuity in the KfW-supported programs in various sectors of the Armenian economy. Taking the opportunity, Karen Karapetyan introduced his government’s priorities, reforms, and in particular, the steps aimed at improving the business environment and attracting investment. Noting that the partnership... more »
“We need to economize through targeted spending of public funds rather than at the expense of vulnerable families” - Karen Karapetyan visits Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called at the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs to discuss reforms, programs, problems and solutions with the senior staff of the Ministry. After giving a summary of ongoing activities, Minister Artem Asatryan gave the floor to his deputies, who presented the work done in different directions, including the proposed objectives and expected results. First Deputy Minister Arayik Petrosyan dwelt on the approaches proposed in the context of reforming the... more »
Government to hold consultations in Marzes to discuss priorities and problems
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. Speaking about the importance of community and regional development programs, the Prime Minister stated in part, “I have repeatedly said that our actions and measures aim to bring about practical and tangible results in every area. At the same time, we have stated the importance of community and regional development... more »
Karen Karapetyan Receives Eastern Partnership Special Envoys
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation of special envoys from the foreign ministries of EU-member States - Latvia, the Netherlands, Lithuania, Estonia and Sweden, heaed by Special Envoy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Slovakia, Ambassador Dusan Dakho. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of cooperation with the European Union. At the envoys' request, Karen Karapetyan introduced his government’s priorities, reforms and programs. Highlighting the need to... more »
Sevan National Park Reform and Development Concept Discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan,, a consultative meeting on the reform of Sevan National Park was held in the Office of Government. The meeting specifically focused on the draft concept of Sevan National Park reform and development. Acting Minister of Nature Protection Artsvik Minasyan noted that the concept is meant to achieve investment-driven increase in economic activity and tourism in the region based on the right balance of economic and environmental benefits. To achieve... more »
PM underscores the need for involving all-Armenian potential in the reform process
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Democratic Liberal Party (RAK) Central Committee Chairman Sergio Nahabetian. The Prime Minister highlighted the Democratic Liberal Party’s contribution to the cause of strengthening Armenia-Diaspora linkages and preserving the Armenian identity in the Diaspora. Karen Karapetyan said the Government wishes to get the potential of all Armenians involved in the reform process in a bid to improve the investment and business... more »
PM Introduces Newly Appointed Minister of Justice David Haroutunyan
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan introduced today newly appointed Minister of Justice David Haroutunyan to the Ministry Staff. Congratulating David Haroutunyan on his appointment to the new position, the Premier stated in part, “The Ministry of Justice is an important link in the government, given the challenges stemming from the adoption of the new Constitution and the ensuing legislative amendments. In general, we have formulated our vision of what kind of Armenia we want to see... more »
Armenian-German Economic Cooperation Development Prospects Discussed
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Executive Director of Eastern Committee of German Economy Michael Harms. The Committee is an organization representing the leading business associations of Germany. The Prime Minister stressed that Germany is an important partner for Armenia, and our country is keen to develop bilateral relations in different fields of activity. As Karen Karapetyan said, the Armenian government is implementing reforms to improve the business environment, create... more »
Karen Karapetyan Receives Russian Railways First Vice President Alexander Misharin
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received First Vice President of Russian Railways JSC Alexander Misharin and Director General South Caucasus Railways CJSC (SCR) Sergey Valko. The meeting focused on the ongoing and planned activities of South Caucasus Railways CJSC. Mr Misharin noted that all the commitments assumed under the concession agreement had been implemented, including investment programs. Passenger traffic is up 4%, while freight transportations have grown 3%. A new SCR... more »
