PM Discusses Operational Issues with 10 Major Importers’ Representatives
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received the representatives of 10 major Armenian importers in the Office of Government. The Premier took note of the problems faced by economic entities and the steps the Government should take to create favorable conditions for their activities. The guests noted that paperwork, including customs clearance, has been considerably simplified recently. The logistics-related bottlenecks due to adverse weather conditions at the Upper Lars border checkpoint were... more »
Prime Minister: “We need to create a smart system to improve the transport system; no other option is left”
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, the North-South Road Corridor, Sustainable Urban Development Investment and Northern Corridor Modernization Programs Governing Council held a regular meeting in the Office of Government. The Prime Minister first asked about the situation at the Upper Lars border checkpoint. Minister of Transport, Communications and Information Technologies Vahan Martirosyan reported that the motorway was open for passenger cars, and that the Georgian side was... more »
Prime Minister Receives Chinese GSAFETY Company Delegation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation representing the Institute of Public Security Studies at Tsinghua University of China and Chinese GSAFETY Company, headed by GSAFETY management board member Xue Hailong. The sides discussed prospects of cooperation in terms of security systems in the transport sector. In particular, they touched upon the development of the Smart Town project and the possibility for implementing it in one of Armenia’s cities. Xue Hailong... more »
Prime Minister: “We will provide every support to those programs aimed at keeping Syriam Armenians in Homeland”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a group of Syrian Armenian businessmen representing different sectors of the economy to listen to their concerns and discuss solutions for existing problems. The Syrian-Armenian businessmen focused on the activities of the Union of Syrian Armenians NGO, stressing the need to boost local production and exports, improve the terms for lending and the legislative field, as well as on other priority issues. “We will provide every support... more »
Measures to be implemented to address irregularities and shortfalls in general educational institutions
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. The Premier and the Cabinet members held a minute of silence in memory of late Minister of Emergency Situations Armen Yeritsyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions to the heads of all government agencies: “Specific issues raised by society for the Government’s or the Prime Minister’s attention are often forwarded to the relevant... more »
PM congratulates Yuri Oganesyan on Mendeleyev periodic table 118th element being named after him
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan sent a congratulatory message to renowned scientist Yuri Oganesyan, which reads as follows: “Dear Yuri Tsolakovich, I sincerely and cordially congratulate you on International Union of Theoretical and Applied Chemistry’s approval of the decision to name the new 118th chemical element of the Mendeleyev Periodic Table after your name - Oganeson. Your fundamental research and developments have expanded the boundaries of knowledge,... more »
“We are always open and ready to assist you” – Prime Minister meets with the representatives of ethnic minorities
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received the representatives of ethnic minorities. Welcoming the guests, the Premier noted that that the appointment was arranged to listen to the problems of ethnic minorities, discuss issues related to bilateral cooperation and how the government could support them ahead. During the exchange of views that followed, reference was made to the socio-economic situation of ethnic minorities, the need to improve community infrastructure and school buildings,... more »
PM Meets with 10 Largest Tax-Payers of Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan met today with the chief executive officers of 10 major taxpayers of Armenia to discuss their concerns about the existing bottlenecks and the steps expected from the Government toward providing favorable conditions for further development. Talking about their problems, the taxpayers voiced concerns over the size of overpayments, the need to simplify the tax and customs procedures, reduce the time needed for customs clearance. They made a point of economic... more »
Established in connection with the demise of Armenian statesman, Minister of Emergency Situations Armen Yeritsyan, government commission holds meeting
The government commission, established in connection with the demise of RA Minister of Emergency Situations, renowned statesman Armen Yeritsyan, met today in the Office of Government. A funeral service for Armen Yeritsyan will be held on December 15, 18: 00 pm at St. Sargis Church of Nor-Nork (Nor-Nork 5th district). The last farewell bidding ceremony is due on December 16, 11: 30 - 12: 45 at Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concerts Complex. The ceremony of burial will take place in the... more »
Karen Karapetyan Extends Condolences on Passing of Armen Yeritsyan
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan extended condolences on the untimely demise of RA Minister of Emergency Situations, Major-General of Police, renowned statesman Armen Yeritsyan. “Armen Yeritsyan made a valuable contribution to our statehood. Having worked in Armenia’s police system and the Ministry of Emergency Situations for several years, he used his long experience and knowledge to reform and to further develop these spheres. I express deep condolences to the... more »
