Energy Sector Development Prospects Discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultation was held today on energy sector development prospects in Armenia. In particular, the meeting discussed the least-cost development program of Armenia’s energy system, which was supported by the US Agency for International Development in cooperation with the Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources. During the exchange of views that followed, the speakers discussed program details. Hailing the work done so far, Hovik... more »
Commodity Prices, Currency Exchange Rates Stabilized
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Cabinet held its yearend meeting in the Office of Government. Opening the sitting, the Prime Minister gave the floor to Deputy Prime Minister Vache Gabrielyan who chairs the task force established under a presidential directive to look into the situation in the financial market. The speaker reported that the situation is under control both in terms of commodity prices and exchange rates. As of January 1, 2015, the size of base... more »
PM Attends Young Performers’ Concert
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended a Ministry of Culture-affiliated Support for Cultural Education Foundation-hosted talented young performers’ concert at the National Gallery of Armenia. After listening to young musicians and performers, the Premier addressed them stressing that such gifted children are properly representing Armenia in the international arena. Highly appreciating the work of those art figures engaged in the aesthetic education of children, the Prime... more »
Armenian-Georgian Friendship Bridge Construction Agreement Signed at Government
Attended by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, an agreement was signed today between the governments of the Republic of Armenia and Georgia on the construction of a new bridge over the River Debed at Bagratashen-Sadakhlo State border checkpoint. The agreement was signed by Minister of Transport and Communications Gagik Beglaryan on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and by Georgian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Giorgi... more »
PM Briefed on Cadastre Reform
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended the opening of a combined regional unit of the State Committee on Immovable Property Cadastre by the Government of the Republic of Armenia, which incorporates the units of Kotayk, Aragatsotn and Armavir marzes of Armenia. The Prime Minister toured the new unit, inspected the working conditions and the operations of embedded electronic systems. The newly created department activities will contribute to the elimination of corruption, significantly... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s New Year’s Message
Dear compatriots, 2014 is nearing its end, and soon we will turn another page in our history. At these last hours of the outgoing year, I wish to offer my congratulations and best wishes to all the people of the Republic of Armenia, Artsakh and Armenians worldwide. Let the year 2015 be one of peace and creativity in our State. The year 2014 was a difficult stage on the way to progress that we were able to overcome without great shocks. Along with a multitude of challenges, yet it... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Attends Event On Yerevan State Dance College 90th Anniversary
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended a jubilee event dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the Yerevan State Dance College at the National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater after A. Spendiaryan. Congratulating the staff and students of the college on the anniversary, Hovik Abrahamyan noted that the educational center had covered a nine-decade-long stretch of road to boast a performance record and becoming a cultural hotbed, which has its shape and a permanent place in the cultural life... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Welcomes Turkmenistan Deputy Prime Minister
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan, Armenian-Turkmen intergovernmental commission co-chair Sapardurdy Toyliev. Pleased with the current status of the Armenian-Turkmen relationship, both sides expressed confidence that the two governments’ joint efforts will give new impetus to economic cooperation. Prime Minister Abrahamyan and Deputy Prime Minister Sapardurdy Toyliev attached special importance to the proceedings of the... more »
PM Congratulates National Security Service Staff on Professional Holiday
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended a gala event dedicated to National Security Serviceman’s Day. On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and himself, felicitating the NSS staff on their professional holiday, the Head of Government stated in part, “This holiday day unites all those who consider the service in the national security authorities as their sacred duty before the country and the people. The National Security Service is the pledge for our... more »
Prime Minister Bids Farewell to Outgoing US Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received outgoing U.S. Ambassador to Armenia John Heffern. Thanking John Heffern for his tenure-long fruitful work in our country and active cooperation, the Prime Minister wished him every success in his future endeavors. Hovik Abrahamyan praised the Ambassador for valuable personal contribution to the strengthening of the Armenian-American ties that has led to tangible progress in bilateral relations. The Head of Government said the United... more »
