PM Hovik Abrahamyan to Leave for France
On July 3, a government delegation led by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan will leave for the French Republic on a two-day working visit. The Prime Minister will meet with President of National Assembly Claude Bartolone, Premier Manuel Valls and Mayor of Paris Anne Hidalgo. Hovik Abrahamyan is scheduled to visit the City Hall of Paris to view a standing exposition dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide and the Residence of the Prelate of the Armenian Apostolic Church... more »
Government Holds Meeting
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Before passing to the agenda, the Prime Minister made an introductory speech, in which he stated in part, “Dear colleagues, you may be aware that on June 30, we joined the academic world, the business sector and non-governmental organizations at the Economic Agenda conference to thoroughly discuss the challenges facing our economy, including long-term strategies and short-term steps to address them. There... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Holds Phone Conversation with Dmitry Medvedev
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan had a telephone conversation with RF Premier Dmitry Medvedev. The two heads of government discussed a number of issues regarding the Armenian-Russian ties of allied partnership. Highlighting the activation of cooperation in different fields, the interlocutors referred to the outcome of the June 25-26 Yerevan meeting of the Armenian-Russian intergovernmental commission on economic cooperation and the scheduled joint projects and activities. ... more »
Prime Minister receives philanthropist Najarian family members
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received Mayor of Glendale Ara Najarian, his parents, American physicians and philanthropists Vardges and Mary Najarians, and his wife Palmyra Najarian. Welcoming the guests, the Premier said it is a pleasure to see that our compatriots living abroad hold such high positions, which is a proof that while preserving their national identity, Armenians integrate into the host society and make a significant contribution to the development of the country.... more »
PM Congratulates Prosecutorial System Staff on Professional Holiday
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan participated in a ceremonious event dedicated to Prosecutor’s Day and the 97th anniversary of Armenia Prosecutor’s Office (APO). Felicitating the APO staff on their professional holiday, the Prime Minister said to be highly appreciative of their hard work and sense of responsibility. The Prime Minister noted with satisfaction that the APO boasts long service experience, highly professional staff and continues to successfully address the tasks... more »
On USA Independence Day, PM Visits U.S. Embassy in Armenia
On USA Independence Day, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited today the U.S. Embassy in Armenia. The Head of Government congratulated Ambassador Richard Mills, the Embassy staff and the friendly people of the Unites States on the 239th anniversary of USA independence. In his congratulatory remarks Hovik Abrahamyan stated in part, “On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I an congratulating you, Mr. Ambassador, the Embassy staff and the people of the... more »
RA Prime Minister Congratulates President on Birthday
Honorable Mr President, Please accept my warmest congratulations and best wishes on your birthday anniversary. I wish you robust health, much happiness, inexhaustible strength and energy, as well as fruitful activities to the benefit of Armenia and the Armenian people. Once again, I congratulate you and wish you every success.
Government Priorities, Future Actions Presented at Economic Agenda Conference
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a conference entitled “Economic Agenda” kicked off at the Reception Hall of the Government of the Republic of Armenia. Welcoming the forum participants, Hovik Abrahamyan stated in part, “Let me welcome you and express sincere satisfaction at your willingness to make a professional and civic contribution in order to address the socio-economic problems facing the country. Today’s event is truly unique for both its coverage... more »
Government Suggests Convening Extraordinary National Assembly Session
An extraordinary Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Based on Article 70 of the Constitution of the Republic of Armenia, the Government asked the President of the National Assembly to convene an extraordinary National Assembly session at 12:00 p.m., July 2, 2015, with a single item on the agenda: ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Armenia and the Government of the Russian Federation on the provision of an... more »
PM Welcomes IMF Middle East, Central Asia Department Director
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received International Monetary Fund (IMF) Middle East and Central Asia Department Director Masud Ahmed. The meeting was also attended by IMF Armenia Mission Head Mark Horton and IMF Resident Representative in Armenia Teresa Daban Sanchez. Appreciating the role played by the IMF in the economic development of our country, Hovik Abrahamyan stressed the need to further expand and deepen bilateral cooperation. Hovik Abrahamyan said that cooperation with the... more »