PM Receives SAUR Company Vice President
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received today Michel Fourier, first vice president in charge of international operations of French SAUR Company, which in turn is the trust manager of the Armenian HayJrmughKoyughi CJSC. Pleased with the status of the ongoing bilateral cooperation in the field of water supply, the Premier stressed the importance of SAUR’s continued involvement in Armenia. For his part, Michel Fourier described the cooperation with the Armenian government as... more »
PM Receives Newly Appointed Egypt Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt to the Republic of Armenia Mr Tareq Maaty. The Prime Minister congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment as Ambassador of Egypt to Armenia and wished him fruitful work. The Premier noted with satisfaction that the relations between the two countries have been actively developing in recent years, and there is great potential for strengthening and... more »
PM introduces newly appointed minister to Energy and Natural Resources Ministry staff
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduced today to the staff of the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources of the Republic of Armenia newly appointed Minister Levon Eolyan. The Premier thanked Yervand Zakharyan, the former Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, for collaboration, praised his efforts and said that the Ministry had performed large-scale work under the leadership of Mr. Zakharyan. According to the Head of Government, the energy sector is facing some problems,... more »
Government Continues to Discuss New Tax Code
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Government continued today discussing the draft Tax Code of the Republic of Armenia, attended by representatives from of interested state bodies. The meeting reviewed amendments and changes proposed for specific types of taxes, as well as procedures and management mechanisms. A number of proposals and considerations were raised regarding the possible impact on the stimulation of economic activity and the development of local production.... more »
RA Prime Minister: “Government Increases Healthcare Funding Every Year”
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended the opening of an international ministerial conference entitled “New threats to public health.” Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister noted that the preservation of public health is a priority objective to the government of any country, regardless of the level of economic development. “Declaring public health as a priority, the Government of Armenia embarked upon a number of projects for the preservation of public health.... more »
Prime Minister gets acquainted with investment projects in Davitashen administrative district
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited the construction site of the complex Sport and Health Davitashen district. The Prime Minister was briefed on the planned construction of the complex conditions and opportunities. Armenuhi Gevorgyan, head of the investment program, noted that the sports and recreation complex will be equipped with modern technical means. Constructed in accordance with the 50-meter long and 25 meters wide swimming pool with modern international standards. 17... more »
The government continued discussions on the draft Tax Code
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the government continued discussions on the draft Tax Code. The participants discussed concrete proposals related taxes, which presented their views on Regional Governance and Development, Energy and Natural Resources, the Ministry of Transport and Communications, Ministry of Environmental Protection.
PM Receives Delegation of Asian Development Bank
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received today Asian Development Bank (ADB), the region's newly appointed Director General of Central and West Asia Sean O'Sullivan delegation, which included Shane Rosenthal, Head of ADB's Office. The Prime Minister congratulated Sean O'Sullivan and Shane Rosenthal, staff appointment and expressed confidence that they will receive a new impetus to the 10-year fruitful cooperation with the active support of the ADB. The Prime Minister appreciated the... more »
Government to abolish transitional provisions regarding VAT taxation of cars imported from EAEC countries
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Before moving on to discuss the issues on the agenda, the Prime Minister said: "During this month a subject of public discussion was the issue of VAT taxation of vehicles imported by our citizens from the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. The question for the Eurasian Economic Union is not new. Kazakhstan has also resorted to such a transitional limitation. The question is not new as in... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduces newly appointed Minister David Lokyan to the Staff of the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduced the newly appointed Minister David Lokyan to the staff of the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Development. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the cooperation between the RPA and ARFD will solve the problems facing our country. Hovik Abrahamyan highly assessed the position of Minister of Emergency Situations Armen Yeritsyan Territorial Administration and effective work and congratulated him on to continue his activities as... more »