Prime Minister Holds Consultation
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan chaired a consultative meeting on the draft Tax Code, attended by heads and representatives of the agencies concerned. The Premier noted that numerous proposals relevant to the Draft had been received from MPs, international organizations and civil society, which should be discussed and considered in all detail before Parliament proceeds to the second reading. During the exchange of views that followed, the speakers came up with a number of proposals... more »
PM Meets and Congratulates Armenian Olympians
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan called at Zvartnots international airport to meet the members of the Armenian national team, which took part in the 31 Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. The Prime Minister warmly congratulated Olympic champion in Greco-Roman wrestling Artur Alexanyan, silver medalists - wrestler Mihran Haroutunyan, weightlifters Simon Martirosyan and Gor Minasyan and thanked them for holding high Armenia’s image and the honor of the Armenian people in the... more »
SME Development Support Council Holds Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the SME Development Support Council held today a regular meeting in the Office of Government. After hearing the reports on implementation of the decisions taken at the latest meeting, the Council proceeded to the agenda, which featured issuance of country of origin certificates for goods manufactured in Armenia, certain Tax Code provisions relating to SMEs, problems arising between SMEs and trading centers in the buyer-supplier circuit, the need... more »
Government to Address Marz Problems
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. The Government decided to earmark 15 million drams from its reserve fund to carry out the following activities in Vagharshapat town of Armavir Marz: repair the gym roof and the damaged windows and doors in School No. 7; build a football stadium and a cinder-track as part of the newly built sports complex. Under another decision, the Government will provide welfare assistance to residents of Paruyr... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan Extends Condolences to Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan sent a telegram of condolences to Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi on the devastating earthquake that caused death and destruction. Hovik Abrahamyan expressed his deep condolences and sympathy to the families and friends of the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
PM Receives Brandy, Wine Producers’ Representatives
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultative meeting was held with brandy, wine producers’ representatives in the Office of Government. The meeting discussed grapes procurement and prospects for the development of wine-making industry. Reporting on the procurement process, Minister of Agriculture Sergo Karapetyan said his Ministry is working with processing companies to ensure smooth procurement of grapes. The representatives of brandy and wine producing companies... more »
PM Attends Opening of Baze-2016 Annual Youth Rally
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended today the opening of Baze-2016 annual youth rally in Tsakhkadzor. Welcoming the participants, the Premier said that during 14 years of existence, Baze has managed to bring together thousands of young people from Armenia, Artsakh and the Diaspora. “The trinity of Armenia-Artsakh-Diaspora strengthens our statehood and promotes national values and ideas. The Government keeps in focus youth issues. Our programs are meant not only to deal... more »
PM Receives PRC Vice Commerce Minister
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received a delegation led by Chinese vice Commerce Minister Qian Keming. The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction with the high level of the Armenian-Chinese relations and the willingness of the parties to broaden and deepen ties as evidenced by the mutual visits of high-ranking officials in recent years. Hovik Abrahamyan said China is a friendly country and an important partner to Armenia. Bilateral trade and economic relations have been on the... more »
PM Visits Piralyan Shoe Producing Company
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited Piralyan Ltd, which is engaged in the manufacture of shoes. The Premier was briefed on the Company’s production activities and future plans. The Company is furnished with Italian equipment. The bulk of its output is marketed on the domestic market. Piralyan Ltd has set a goal to increase production and exports. Hovik Abrahamyan noted that this sector has great potential for development in our country. The Prime Minister said the Government... more »
PM Attends Amulsar Gold Deposit Launching Ceremony
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended Amulsar gold deposit launching ceremony in Vayots-Dzor Marz. TheUSD370 million-worth Amulsar project is among the largest international investment projects in Armenia (2016-2018). 1,300 people will be engaged in the active stage of the project. During its 10-year-long operations, Lydian Armenia, the local subsidiary of the UK-based Lydian International will ensure 700 jobs. Amulsar is the first mining project in Armenia to have implemented... more »
