By Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s decision, Yeghishe Kirakosyan was relieved of the office of Deputy Minister of Justice of the Republic of Armenia according to his application. Other decrees were signed to relieve Liana Hunanyan and Armen Hairapetyan of the posts of Deputy Minister of Finance, while Robert Galoyan was relieved of the post of Deputy Head of State Revenue Committee of the Republic of Armenia.
Government to Use Every Possible Tool in Support of SME
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan met with the representatives of small and medium-size businesses. The meeting was attended by National Assembly Vice President Hermine Naghdalyan, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Territorial Administration Armen Gevorgyan, Minister of Finance Gagik Khachatryan, Economy Minister Karen Cheshmarityan, as well as numerous civil society representatives. Addressing those present, the Premier said, “Well aware of the role of small and medium-size... more »
EU, Armenia Set To Deepen Cooperation
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received Head of EU Delegation to Armenia, EU Ambassador Traian Hristea. Hovik Abrahamyan said his government will build on the joint effort by taking practical steps to deepen bilateral cooperation. Congratulating Hovik Abrahamyan on appointment to the post of Prime Minister, Traian Hristea highly valued their constructive joint efforts made while Mr. Abrahamyan was the Speaker of the National Assembly, which according to the Ambassador, is a good... more »
PM Visits Kosh Community
Accompanied by Labor and Social Affairs Minister Artem Asatryan, Healthcare Minister Armen Muradyan and Aragatsotn Marz Governor Sargis Sahakyan, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan traveled to Kosh community. The Prime Minister first called at “Armenag and Anna Tadevosyans” medical center, which provides regular checkup and rehabilitation services to children with disabilities. Hovik Abrahamyan toured the center, getting familiar with premises and equipment. The Center is... more »
PM Receives Newly Appointed Norway Ambassador
Hovik Abrahamyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Norway Leydulv Atle Namtvedt (residence in Moscow). Congratulating the Ambassador on assumption of office, the Prime Minister wished him every success. Hovik Abrahamyan said his government will assist the diplomat to strengthen the friendly relations between the two countries. Congratulating Hovik Abrahamyan on appointment, the Ambassador assured of his readiness to make every effort in order to... more »
Congratulatory Messages Keep Coming In
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan is receiving congratulations from heads of state, parliament speakers, prime ministers and heads of international organizations. Congratulations have been received from President of the Federative Republic of Brazil Dilma Rousseff, Czech Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka, Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy Brey, Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, Prime Minister of the Republic of Bulgaria Plamen Oresharski, Prime Minister of the Republic of Tajikistan... more »
PM Receives World Bank Regional Director
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received World Bank Regional Director Henry Kerali. The meeting was attended by World Bank Country Director Jean-Michel Happi. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister praised the World Bank for effective cooperation and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to build on the achievements. In turn, the World Bank regional director congratulated Hovik Abrahamyan on appointment and wished him fruitful work. Henry Kerali emphasized that the Bank is... more »
Entrepreneurs should work in the same field, with the same rules of the game
The Government held a meeting today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Addressing the meeting, the Prime Minister said, “International Family Day is marked today worldwide. The family is the foundation of our nation. A strong family is the guarantee of a strong State. I congratulate our people on the International Family Day and wish you all love, harmony and unity.” Proceeding to the agenda, the Government extended till February 6, 2015 the temporary import... more »
Prime Minister: Knowledge-based society is a highlight among the Government’s strategic priorities
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended the General Assembly of the European Association of Higher Education Institutions due this May 14-16 at the Yerevan State University. The event was also attended by Minister of Education and Science Armen Ashotyan. Welcoming the participants, the Prime Minister stressed the forum’s importance, especially considering that our country recently became a member of the European Association of Higher Education Institutions.... more »
North-South Road Corridor Investment Program Coordinating Council Holds Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the North-South Road Corridor and Sustainable Urban Development Investment Program Coordinating Council held a regular meeting in the Office of Government. The Council first discussed and took note of the report on implementation of previous meeting’s assignments. Then the meeting approved the terms of reference for construction of two new crossing bridges for agricultural machinery and farm animals over the Yerevan-Artashat road... more »
