IRCC Holds Regular Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Inspection Reform Coordination Council held its 10th meeting in the Office of Government. Proceeding to the agenda, the meeting discussed and approved the draft law on inspection agencies and a concept note on inspection system optimization in the Republic of Armenia. The draft seeks to enhance inspection efficiency and achieve system optimization. The bill was said to have incorporated a number of recommendations submitted by... more »
PM Attends Opening of British Business School
Armenia State Economic University (ASEU) Board Chairman, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended today the opening of the British Business School at the ASEU headquarters. The Head of Government walked around the school getting acquainted with the facilities and future projects. Welcoming the establishment of the school, Hovik Abrahamyan said education is among his government’s key priorities and the State keeps sustained focus on education improvement and modernization issues.... more »
PIU Activity Reports Submitted to Prime Minister
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Government hosted a discussion of Project Implementation Unit (PIU) activity reports. The PIU top executives reported back overall performance and the problems faced during their activities. Stressing the need to implement the programs effectively and in a timely manner, the Prime Minister urged them to meet the proposed quality standards and timetables, as well as to analyze and address the stated shortcomings.
Prime Minister Receives Trade Fair-Engaged Entrepreneurs
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received trade fair-engaged entrepreneurs who have been staging a protest action in front of the government building. The SME representatives thanked the Premier for reception and consideration of their concerns regarding the amendments to the law on turnover tax, due to come into force on October 1, 2014. The amendments imply reduction in turnover tax for small and medium-sized businesses from 3.5 percent to 1 percent. At the same time, the affected... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Welcomes French Senate Delegation
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received a Philippe Kaltenbach-led French Senate delegation consisting of France-Armenia friendship group members. Welcoming the guests, Hovik Abrahamyan stressed the need to further develop and deepen the Armenian-French relations in different fields of activity. “We welcome your visit to Armenia, which will promote high-level cooperation in the political, economic and other fields. The ties of friendship between Armenia and France are of great... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s Congratulatory Message on Republic of Armenia Independence Day
Dear Compatriots, I congratulate all of us on the 23rd anniversary of Independence Day of our Motherland - the Republic of Armenia. By achieving independence, the people of Armenia reaffirmed its age-old aspiration to live in freedom and peace, manage its own destiny. In a historically short period of time, our country carried out drastic reforms in all spheres of activity, taking a well-deserved place in the global family of nations. We are firmly determined to continue... more »
Prime Minister Inspects Status of Cultural, Historical Monuments in Ahdzk Community
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited Ahdzk community, former Dzorap village of Ashtarak region, to inspect the status of 4th century-dated buildings – a chapel, the basilica church, the tombs of Arshakuni kings, built in 364, and the site of incomplete archeological excavations. The Premier took note of the experts’ recommendations concerning the need to continue with the excavation work in order to safeguard the rich cultural and historical heritage. Stressing that the... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s Message to Firth Armenia-Diaspora Conference Participants
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended the opening of the 5th Armenia-Diaspora conference, which was held at the National Opera and Ballet Theater after Al. Spendiaryan. Addressing the audience, the Prime Minister stated as follows: “I am very happy to welcome you to this warm, lively Armenian environment, as well as to meet the leaders of Diaspora organizations and community delegates. I am also glad for the opportunity to review and reassess the past and the present day of the... more »
Most Efficient Use To Be Made of Limited Water Resources
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. The government passed a decision declaring scarcity of water resources in Ararat, Hrazdan and Akhurian water basins. The Minister of Territorial Administration was instructed to find alternative sources of drinking and irrigation water supply in the aforementioned regions. The shortage can be addressed based on the report submitted by the Minister of Nature Protection. The scarcity of water resources has... more »
PM Attends Opening of Daniel Varuzhan Hejinyan’s Exhibition
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan called today at the National Gallery of Armenia to attend the opening of American painter Daniel Varuzhan Hejinyan’s exhibition, entitled “The Art of Peace”. The exhibition is dedicated to the 23rd anniversary of Armenia’s independence and the 100th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Prime Minister Abrahamyan walked around the stands, contemplating the works of the US-based artist of Armenian origin. The exhibition was launched on... more »
