Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s Knowledge Day Message
Dear pupils, students, teachers and parents, On behalf of the Government of Armenia and myself, I congratulate you on the Day of Knowledge and Schooling. Education and knowledge are at the heart of our nation’s value system. Educated people are a national asset and should be supported by the State. Knowledgeable people are being provided the necessary conditions to build their future in homeland. Knowledge-based societies are the main competitive asset in the 21st century. We can... more »
Armenia PM: Today’s war is in knowledge front, where new victories should be sought
On the sidelines of his working visit to the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan called at Artsakh State University on the occasion of Knowledge Day where he met with faculty and students. Extending congratulations, the Prime Minister said, “In my opinion, the scientific field is just where the Artsakh freedom fight should be waged today. With a breakthrough in this area we could build on our wartime achievements. The philosophy of cross-nation competition has... more »
Tigran Sargsyan, Bako Sahakyan Discuss Joint Program Implementation Areas
On the first day of his visit to Artsakh, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with President of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic Bako Sahakyan. Felicitating Bako Sahakyan on Artsakh independence anniversary, Tigran Sargsyan emphasized that Armenia will continue assisting Artsakh with its development effort by promoting international investment. Noting the importance of continued cooperation between the two Armenian states, the Prime Minister of Armenia and the NKR President underscored... more »
Prime Minister Attends Opening Of Renovated Tegh Village Secondary School
In anticipation of his scheduled visit to the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of the reconstructed secondary school in Tegh village of Syunik Marz on August 31. Accompanied by the Minister of Education and Science and the Minister of Urban Development, the head of government toured the premises getting acquainted with the work performed and the schooling amenities. The students and the teaching staff thanked the Premier for thoughtfulness... more »
Tigran Sargsyan, Georgy Kwirikashvili Discuss Relationship Expansion Agenda
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Georgian Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Georgy Kwirikashvili. Mindful of developing ties with Georgia, the Prime Minister stated in part: “We need to continue endeavoring toward the expansion of bilateral ties, since it is in the best interest of our two peoples. A common space has to be created where our peoples will be free to cooperate in various fields, which in turn can provide... more »
Government To Enable Checks On Tuition Hike
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The government approved a set of draft amendments to the laws “On Education” and “Higher and Postgraduate Professional Education.” In line with the strategy adopted by the Ministry of Education and Science, the amendments seek to improve the ideology behind the current system of financial assistance by gradually introducing a system of higher education demand funding system in parallel to... more »
Another State Backing Due For Armenian Farmers
The Cabinet held a regular meeting, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Armen Gevorgyan. The government approved the list of farms eligible for distribution of first-reproduction winter wheat seeds in 2013 under the government’s 2010-2014 wheat seed-breeding and development program. Some 147 applications had been received from 7 provinces by this July 12 in 2013. 3,400 tons of first-reproduction winter wheat seeds will be distributed this year. The meeting next approved a State... more »
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s Congratulatory Message On Birthday Of Catholicos Of All Armenians Garegin II
Your Holiness, On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I congratulate you on your birthday. I hope that strong with great wisdom, you may lead the faithful people of Armenia for many years to come. I am sure that your tenure will be marked by an extensive church-building effort, strengthened ties between the Armenian Apostolic Church and the Armenian Army, as well as furthered Church-Diaspora linkages. I have no doubt that you will succeed in all... more »
Government Encourages Investment Programs
The Cabinet held today a regular meeting, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Armen Gevorgyan. The government granted Bio Group Ltd a 3-year VAT holiday until August 15, 2016 for over 300 million dram worth of goods and equipment imported under the ongoing investment program. Bio Group is going to build a greenhouse facility hosting a cucumber and tomato farm on over 10.7 square kilometer-wide area in Jrvezh community of Kotayk Marz of Armenia that will be equipped with famous Dutch... more »
Baze Pan-Armenian Youth Gathering Kicks Off
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of “Baze” pan-Armenian youth gathering in Tsakhadzor. Congratulating young people on the launch of the gathering and International Youth Day, the Prime Minister said, “From year to year this gathering wins increased interest in the Republic of Armenia. The Government steps up funding every year so that more and more young people get the opportunity to attend this unique gathering. On behalf of my government, I wish to... more »
