The Prime Minister and U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State discuss the agenda of bilateral relations
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary in the Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs Bridget Brink who is paying a regional visit to Armenia. “Armenia attaches great importance to cooperation and development of strong partnerships with the United States in all areas. I am ready to discuss with you any matter of common interest on the agenda of our relations,” the Prime Minister said welcoming the guests,. Congratulating Karen Karapetyan... more »
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attends Eurasian Intergovernmental Council meeting
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan participated in the meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council in Moscow. The Eurasian Intergovernmental Council discussed and approved the draft of the Customs Code of the Eurasian Economic Union. During the discussion it was pointed out that among the regulatory issues apart from the further progress of economic development and a common economic space, in particular, account was taken of the interests of the member States businesses. The... more »
Inspection Reform Coordinating Council Holds Regular Meeting
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan chaired a regular meeting of the Inspection Reform Coordinating Council. The first item on the agenda featured discussion of the activities carried out in 2009-2016. The Council next discussed and approved the dissolution of the Ministry of Agriculture-affiliated State Inspectorate of Agricultural Machinery, as well as the redistribution of inspection functions. In conclusion, the meeting changed the statute of the Market Surveillance Inspectorate by... more »
Our relations will be based on partnership: PM, community heads discuss Tavush Marz development prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan paid a working visit to Tavush Marz of Armenia. In Dilijan town, the Prime Minister discussed current problems and development prospects with Governor Hovik Abovyan and community leaders. Noting that each region’s development prospects will be discussed with Marz Governors and community leaders, the Prime Minister said, “We expect to receive all communities’ development programs by the end of the year. We will discuss them and give priority... more »
PM, EU Ambassadors Discuss EU-Armenia Cooperation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received the delegation of Armenia-accredited EU Ambassadors, led by Head of EU Delegation to Armenia, Ambassador Peter Switalski. Noting the importance of a frank, open dialogue and cooperation in all areas, the Prime Minister stressed the need to share experience and inculcate European culture and practices in our country in the fields of business management, fight against corruption, protection of human rights and judicial reform. With regard to the... more »
PM: We must stand by the successful, by those shouldering a burden
At a meeting with the representatives of a number of domestic companies involved in the production and processing of agricultural products, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan discussed current problems and ways of developing the agricultural sector. “The government’s main function is to support instead of impeding business activities. Is agricultural policy correct or not; is the subsidy we provide right or not; are we to stand by everyone? What is the best way to provide... more »
Prime Minister Welcomes Nikolai Ryzkov
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Co-chair of Inter-Parliamentary Commission on Cooperation between the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia and the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation Nikolai Ryzhkov. Greeting the guests, the Premier said to be greatly honored to welcome to the Office of Government Nikolai Ryzhkov who has made a valuable contribution to friendship between the Armenian and Russian peoples. Highly appreciative of the... more »
PM: NSS is set the task of being possibly objective and independent
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Director General of Austria’s National Bureau of Statistics Conrad Pesendorfer. Stressing the importance of official statistics in decision-making, the Prime Minister described as effective the cooperation between the national statistics services of Armenia and Austria in both bilateral and multilateral formats. Noting that any platform may go a long way toward boosting professional contacts and promoting exchange of experience, Karen... more »
Law-abiding taxpayers will be supported
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Premier evoked the question of having IT representatives operational at Armenia’s embassies in 15 countries in tune with the agreement reached with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Prime Minister noted that this platform should be used to allow the IT sector to act on behalf of the State. It will not be an additional expense for the ministry, as the... more »
PM receives Louis Pouzin - one of the forefathers of the Internet
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today French scientist, datagram inventor Louis Pouzin and his spouse Chantal Lebrument. Note that Mr. Pouzin is considered to be one of the forefathers of the Internet. He currently holds the post of Director General of Open-Ruth organization. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister congratulated Mr. Pouzin on receipt of RA President’s Annual Award in 2016 for outstanding contribution to the IT industry. Highlighting the need for... more »
