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 »
Karen Karapetyan, Eduardo Eurnekian Discuss Expansion of Cooperation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today Argentinean entrepreneur, philanthropist of Armenian origin Eduardo Eurnekian. Appreciating Eduardo Eurnekian’s activities in our country, the Prime Minister said him to be one of the largest and most successful investors in the Armenian economy, and that the Government is ready to carry on the ongoing fruitful cooperation. Karen Karapetyan and Eduardo Eurnekian exchanged views on the pace of joint projects, as well as the prospects... more »
Karen Karapetyan: “The State shall support output-generating academic institutions”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited today the National Academy of Sciences of Armenia to meet with the heads of scientific organizations and discuss the problems and solutions in the field of science. The Prime Minister suggested focusing on the following thesis and idea: what should be done to raise the scientists’ living standards. “If we carry on like this, we will not be able to live well. I would like to emphasize this idea as we talk about how to build the... more »
PM Calls for More Attention to Irregular Holiday Season Price-Hikes
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions. The first instruction went to State Revenue Committee Chairman Vardan Harutyunyan, who was told to enforce a clear-cut schedule of working hours in order to ensure the provision of uninterrupted customs services to economic entities during the non-working days in December and the Holiday Season in January.... more »
