PM Karen Karapetyan Received by President of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev
Prior to Eurasian Intergovernmental Council’s meeting in Bishkek, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan and the heads of government of EEU-member States were received by President of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev. Welcoming the guests, the Kyrgyz President noted that it is a good platform for the furtherance of integration and dialogue between the Eurasian Economic Union-member countries and discussion of issues of mutual interest. Almazbek Atambayev assured that all the way through its... more »
Karen Karapetyan Holds Private Talks with RF Premier Dmitry Medvedev
During his working visit to the Kyrgyz Republic, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held private talks with his Russian counterpart Dmitry Medvedev in Bishkek. The interlocutors discussed progress in the implementation of the agreements reached during Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan’s January visit to the Russian Federation, referring specifically to the establishment of the Armenian-Russian Investment Fund, Russian companies’ involvement in the free economic zone of Meghri and... more »
Prime Minister to Leave for Kyrgyzstan
On March 6, 2017, a Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan-led government delegation will leave for the Kyrgyz Republic on a two-day working visit to attend a regular meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Bishkek.
Karen Karapetyan Instructs Department Heads to Submit Quarterly Progress Reports
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called another consultative meeting to discuss progress in the implementation of the government program. The ministries of Transport, Communications and Information Technologies, Education and Science, energy infrastructures and natural resources briefed the Prime Minister on the implementation of the priority tasks and activities in their areas. They reported back the pace of priority programs, reforms and the expected results. Reference was made to the course... more »
Government Discusses Kumayri Historic Center Development Program of Gyumri
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held a working consultation to review progress in the development of Kumayri Historic Center in Gyumri. Deputy Central Bank Chairman Nerses Yeritsyan informed that the CB Board formally registered today the by-laws of Kumayri Revival specialized contractual investment fund. He gave details of the conditions and mechanisms for fund activities. Information was also provided on the terms of planned infrastructure development activities and construction... more »
“Let’s just roll up our sleeves and get to work” – PM Meets with Heads of Diplomatic Missions and Consular Offices
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan met today with the central apparatus of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the heads of diplomatic missions and consular offices to discuss issues related to Armenia’s foreign economic policy. The Prime Minister first congratulated the participants on the occasion of Ambassador’s Day and wished them fruitful work. “We highly value your work, as in many cases you are the medium to raise worldwide awareness of our country. Great is your role... more »
Prime Minister Welcomes Yevgeny Kaspersky
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today Kaspersky Lab company founder and CEO Yevgeny Kaspersky. Noting that the Armenian Government is interested in expanding cooperation with Kaspersky Lab, Karen Karapetyan stressed that the IT industry is the center of his government’s attention. Pleased with the performance of his company’s field office in Armenia, Mr. Kaspersky stressed the importance of joint efforts in the field of information technology and cyber security.... more »
“Challenges oblige us to be smart and educated” - Karen Karapetyan hands in scholarship certificates
The Armenia Youth Foundation (AYF) provided 745 university students with tuition reimbursement certificates. Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan handed today the certificates to the students. Note that the AYF is supported by the Government of the Republic of Armenia in implementing the undergraduate tuition reimbursement program for first-year students from State universities. The competition resulted in reimbursements offered to students from needy households, families with third-group... more »
Vorotan hydropower complex modernization and full operation investment program discussed in Government
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Contour Global company executive vice president and chief operating officer Karl Shnadt. The parties discussed progress in the ongoing investment program for modernization and full operation of the Vorotan HPP compound. The interlocutors stressed the importance of regular meetings, which provide an opportunity to exchange views on issues of mutual interest. The sides reaffirmed their commitment to fully comply with the contractual obligations... more »
Government Provides Stronger Constitutional Guarantees for Judiciary Independence
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. The Government approved the RA Judicial Code statutory bill, which will ensure the establishment of an independent and accountable judiciary and provide constitutional guarantees for the independence of the judiciary. One of the draft Judicial Code regulations deals with the formation and functioning of the Supreme Judicial Council. The new regulation provides that judges will not form a majority in... more »
