Prime Minister Welcomes Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received President of the Pontifical Council for Culture of the Vatican, Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi. Welcoming the Cardinal in the Government, the Prime Minister hailed the cooperation of our country with the Holy See, and stressed the role of the Holy See in the strengthening of the Christian faith, the establishment of peace and harmony in the world. Hovik Abrahamyan highly appreciated the activities of the Cardinal, which promote spiritual and moral... more »
Attended by Prime Minister, “Armenia - regional center of jewelry” investment forum kicks off
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended today the opening of an investment forum entitled “Armenia - regional center of jewelry.” It is organized jointly by the Development Fund of Industry and the World Union of Armenian Jewelers in the framework of the 4th international jewelry exhibition referred to as “Yerevan Show – 2014.” Welcoming the organizers, participants and guests of the forum on behalf of his government and himself, the Prime Minister said... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Refers to Domestic Issues
On October 26, during a trip to Lori Marz of Armenia, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan touched upon some issues of internal political relevance. The head of government stated in part, “Together we can defy internal and external challenges. We should be proud of our present and future, rejoice in our successes and subordinate our personal aspirations. I address these words to our political forces calling for regime change. Regime change must be within the bounds of the Constitution, as a... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan Visits Lori Marz
On October 26, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited Lori Marz. On the town square of Stepanavan, the Prime Minister attended the opening ceremony of the monument to the People’s Artist of USSR, great actor Sos Sargsyan. The author of the monument erected in the hometown of the cultural and social figure who embodied numerous brilliant roles in the Armenian theater and film is painter-architect David Minasyan. Then the Prime Minister visited Dsegh, the house-museum of... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s Congratulatory Message on Armenian Jeweler’s Day
On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I warmly welcome and congratulate all jewelers on their professional holiday – the Day of the Armenian Jeweler. In Armenia, jewelry was well developed back in the distant past. The works of Armenian jewelers has always been respected not only in Armenia but also abroad. This is largely promoted by the activities of Diaspora jewelers who, drawing upon their national origins, make an invaluable contribution to the... more »
PM Receives Development Area Inhabitants
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan hosted in his office the residents of those residential areas alienated in Yerevan for development purposes who briefed the Premier on their concerns. The head of government pointed out that the construction works and documentary issues should be addressed on a fixed schedule by the developer and assured the residents that their concerns will be the focus of his attention.
PM Holds Farewell Meeting with Outgoing French Ambassador
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of France to Armenia Henri Reynaud, who is completing his diplomatic mission in our country. The Prime Minister praised the Ambassador’s work toward the promotion and development of the Armenian-French friendship. Hovik Abrahamyan thanked Henri Reynaud for close cooperation and wished him every success in his future endeavors. In turn, Henry Reynault thanked Hovik Abrahamyan for teamwork and... more »
PM Chairs Fish Farming Development Agenda Discussion
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultative meeting was held on development of fish farming, which was attended by representatives of the aquaculture companies and stakeholder agencies. The Prime Minister pointed out the importance of implementing fish farming development-oriented programs as this industry has great export opportunities. Minister of Agriculture Sergo Karapetyan reported that about 30 percent annual growth has been recorded in fisheries in recent years,... more »
Prime Minister Visits New Office of State Committee of Real Estate Cadastre
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited the newly opened Kentron service center of State Committee of Real Estate Cadastre. Operational since October 20, 2014, this office is a merger of Kentron and Erebuni service offices. Prime Minister Abrahamyan toured the premises getting acquainted with the working conditions and facilities. The Premier talked to the staff in exercise of their duties and the citizens in attendance to get a first-hand view of the quality and status of services.... more »
Education Quality to Conform International Criteria
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Guided by the RA law On Rules of Procedure of the National Assembly, the Government decided to consider urgent the draft laws of the Republic of Armenia On Amendments to the Law On Licensing and On Amendments to the Law On State Duty. Adding to the legislative initiative of members of parliament Rubik Hakobyan and Tevan Poghosyan, it was proposed to amend the law On Military Duty and On Higher and... more »