PM Introduces Newly Appointed Finance Minister Gagik Khachatryan To Ministry Staff
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduced newly appointed Finance Minister Gagik Khachatryan to the ministry staff. The Prime Minister thanked former Minister David Sargsyan for joint work and co-operation. “I am convinced that Mr. Khachatryan’s knowledge and experience will help us push ahead with the reforms underway in our country. We will try to implement major structural changes in this system. We are facing serious challenges, but I am confident that we will manage to... more »
Jubilee Events Due On Hovhannes Shiraz Birth 100th Anniversary
April 27 is the birthday of Hovhannes Shiraz – the great Armenian poet would have marked his 100th anniversary, if alive. On this occasion, the Government hosted today a meeting of the Commission on preparation of jubilee events, chaired by Vice Prime Minister, Acting Minister of Territorial Administration Armen Gevorgyan. Minister of Culture Hasmik Poghosyan introduced the program of commemorative events dedicated to the 100 anniversary of Shiraz, which was approved by the... more »
PM introduces newly appointed ministers of healthcare, urban development
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduced today newly appointed ministers of healthcare Armen Muradyan and urban development Narek Sargsyan to the staffs of respective ministries. The Prime Minister first thanked the outgoing ministers for efficacious work, appreciating his cooperation with them in his capacity as President of National Assembly. The head of government assured that the expertise and the professional qualities of Derenik Dumanyan and Samvel Tadevosyan will serve to the... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Welcomes Delegation of U.S. Congressmen
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received a delegation of U.S. congressmen led by Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee Ed Royce. Hovik Abrahamyan thanked the congressmen for attendance of Genocide remembrance activities. The Prime Minister welcomed the adoption of a resolution on recognition and condemnation of the Armenian Genocide by the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee. The congressmen congratulated Hovik Abrahamyan on his appointment as Prime Minister. They said... more »
Government Keeps Promise: Funded Pension Bill Is In National Assembly
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. The government approved a bill on suspension of Article 76 of the Funded Pension Law. The aforementioned article shall be suspended until the enactment of the legislative package to ensure full enforcement of the Constitutional Court’s April 2, 2014 ruling. Under the applicable law, in case of failure to make a mandatory retirement payment within the established deadlines, the citizen will have to pay a... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s Remarks On Pension Reform
Dear Colleagues, Over the past few days, I took the opportunity to get familiarized with the concerns available in connection with the ongoing pension reform. I have talked to the participants of “I oppose” movement. I have discussed the matter with the parliamentary parties and examined in all detail the reasons provided by them. I have held consultations with the President of the Republic, as well as with my colleagues from the Republican Party, and I am prepared now to... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Introduces Newly Appointed Minister of Economy Karen Cheshmarityan
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan introduced newly appointed Minister of Economy Karen Cheshmarityan to the staff of the Ministry of Economy. Thanking former Minister Vahram Avanesyan for joint work and cooperation, the Prime Minister noted that in the future as well Mr Avanesian will use his knowledge and long experience for the development of our country. “I think that the appointment of Mr Cheshmaritian is appropriate. He used to work at the Government and the National... more »
PM Discusses Funded Pension with National Assembly Faction Representatives
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan held a consultation on the funded pension reform, which was attended by representatives from the National Assembly “Prosperous Armenia,” “Rule of Law” and “Heritage” factions. Stressing the importance of political consultations in a format like this, the meeting participants emphasized the need for continuity. The representatives of political parties deemed it necessary to outline ways of open and unconstrained dialogue... more »
PM Receives Firdusi District Residents
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received the former residents of Firdusi District who had been displaced due to the construction of the 33rd development site. The head of government suggested listening to their concerns, which varied, ranging from delays in rent payments up to the slow pace of construction. After listening to them, Hovik Abrahamyan stressed that the issues raised were quite comprehensive and would take some time to be familiarized with and processed. The... more »
Prime Minister: we will stand by those willing to do business
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan chaired a consultative meeting, attended by heads of government agencies and members of the Armenian Union of Industrialists and Businessmen (Employers). The meeting was to discuss the Government’s upcoming steps toward improving the business environment. “I am confident that we have good ideas that may promote economic development and progress in the country. Support for entrepreneurship is a priority, and everyone should understand that... more »
