Recognition, Appreciation Of State Symbols Deemed As Primary Concern
The Government held a regular meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Opening the meeting, the Prime Minister referred to the questions of submitting a new application to the Millennium Challenge Corpration and the introduction of the funded pension system starting January 1, 2014 (see separately). After the agenda had been approved, the Executive proceeded to the discussion. The Government approved amendments to the bills on the law on the Flag of the Republic of Armenia... more »
Premier’s Introductory Remarks At Cabinet Meeting: Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan Addresses Top Priority Issues
Dear Colleagues, Before proceeding to the agenda, I wish to refer to the Millennium Challenge Account program. You may know that Washington has positively assessed the impact of the program in Armenia, describing it as effective as we achieved all of its goals. In this regard, we must thank the U. S. Administration, since the program was vital to our economy. I want to inform you now that we have the opportunity to benefit from the Millennium Challenge Account Program once again... more »
Armenia and Uruguay deepen Cooperation in the fields of Sport and Tourism
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Liliam Keshishian, Minister of Tourism and Sports of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay. Noting with satisfaction that Armenia and Uruguay enjoy high-level mutual understanding in the political arena, the Prime Minister highlighted the fact that Uruguay was the first country in the world to officially recognize and condemn the Armenian Genocide. “Pleased that our feloow countrywoman occupies a high position in a... more »
Prime Minister Gets Acquainted With Youth Organizations’ Activities
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended a youth organizations’ expo-conference, entitled “View on the Future” at the Government’s Conference Hall, which was organized by the Youth Foundation of Armenia. Over 60 youth organizations from both Yerevan and marzes are represented with separate pavilions at the expo-conference, which is being held within the framework of the events dedicated to the World Youth Day and the International Students Day. Accompanied by... more »
Prime Minister-Hosted Gala Reception Offered On World Youth Day
A Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan-hosted gala reception was offered on World Youth Day, which was attended by many students and young people. Congratulating those present, Tigran Sargsyan said it to be an exceptional opportunity to talk to young people, get a better idea of their problems, as well as how the Government can help solve them. “This meeting is a unique opportunity to understand the future, because it primarily depends on you, on your system of values and your... more »
Prime Minister is briefed on Heifer International’s charitable programs
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received the representatives of “Heifer Project International” non-profit charitable organization. Tigran Sargsyan gave great importance to the organization’s activities in Armenia and noted that it has achieved positive results. “Through your efforts, people get practical support and improve their lives by their own work,” Prime Minister said. “Heifer Project International” representatives informed that... more »
Customs Service Reform Strategy Established
The Government held a regular meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Government approved the State Revenue Committee of Customs Administration Strategy Program for 2013-2014. During the reform process of the legislative, institutional, human resource management, enforcement, information technology development and other areas numerous problems and tasks are revealed, methods and ways of their solution are reflected in the strategic document. Prime Minister... more »
Armenia, Iraq Interested In Closer Partnership
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a governmental delegation led by Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Roush Nuri Shaueys. Pleased with the current level of cooperation, Tigran Sargsyan described it as quite successful. “Armenia is appreciative of and interested in the development and deepening of relationship with Iraq. We see that there is great potential for the expansion of cooperation, a vivid evidence of which is last year’s significant growth in trade... more »
Transcript of Joint Press Conference by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan and Eurasian Economic Commission Board Chairman Viktor Khristenko
Eurasian Economic Commission Board Chairman Viktor Khristenko - Dear colleagues, we have signed today a memorandum of deepening cooperation between the Republic of Armenia and the Eurasian Economic Commission, thereby fulfilling our four countries' Presidents decisions. The idea is quite simple: the memorandum, the Republic of Armenia to implement the customs union and common economic space and a statement of intent to join the Customs Union countries to protect their heads. The idea of... more »
Armenia, Eurasian Economic Commission Sign Cooperation Memorandum
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Eurasian Economic Commission Board Chairman Victor Khristenko. "I am glad to welcome you to the Government of Armenia. I was told about the discussion going on within the working groups, and the wide range of the questions representing bilateral interests is included in the agenda of our today's meeting", - Prime Minister Sargsyan said. "It is the first time we have arrived in Armenia with such a large... more »
