Armenia EXPO - 2013 Kicks Off
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of Armenia EXPO-2013 regional-universal trade and industry fair at the Yerevan Expo Hall. On behalf of the Government of Armenia and himself, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan felicitated the participants on the opening of the exposition: “Armenia EXPO regional exhibition has already established a nice tradition. We view it as a platform that will give our country a chance to discover new ways of economic growth, because the... more »
Government Set For State Budget Bill Debate
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Government took note of the Ministry of Finance-submitted preliminary draft budget for 2014. Within a week’s time, the heads of public agencies will have to submit proposals to the Ministry of Finance concerning the initial version of the Bill. It was decided to hold 2014 budget bill-related discussions with the Premier starting this September 17. The Government decided to allocate AMD 14.5mn to... more »
Armenian Government, Oracle Sign MOU
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Alain Blanc, Senior Vice President of the U.S.-based Oracle IT Company. “The IT sector is one of the priorities of the Government of Armenia, with 5-20% annual growth recorded in this field. Welcoming the emerging cooperation with Oracle, we are confident that the partnership will give new impetus to IT industry in our country,” the Prime Minister said. The parties discussed a broad range of issues pertaining to... more »
Armenia Pavilion Up At Global Commodity Purchasing Center In Taizhou City Of China Province Of Jiangsu
On September 11, the Armenian commodities pavilion was opened at the Global Commodity Purchasing Center In Taizhou city of PRC Province of Jiangsu. The Russian Federation, France, Great Britain, the US, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and a number of other European and Asian countries have pavilions up at the Center to introduce commodities of their own make to the Chinese consumer. The opening ceremony was attended by Minister-Chief of Government Staff Vache Gabrielyan and Armenia... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Attends World Economic Forum Opening In Dalian
Attended by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, who is in China on a working visit, the World Economic Forum kicked off today in Dalian city. Before the opening, Tigran Sargsyan met with World Economic Forum founder and Executive President Klaus Schwab to exchange views on global economic developments and possible challenges. Reference was made to Armenia’s economic position, the ongoing programs and the steps aimed economic diversification. Attended by representatives and heads... more »
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan Meets With Dalian Mayor Li Wancai
On a working visit to China, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met today with Dalian Mayor Li Wancai. Welcoming Tigran Sargsyan to Dalian, Li Wancai expressed the hope that the current visit will promote bilateral exchanges to open up new development prospects. Thankful for a warm welcome, the Prime Minister stated in part, “The relations between our two countries are at a high level and we have no problems whatsoever, except for the economic ties which still need strengthening.... more »
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan Meets With Belgian Counterpart Elio Di Rupo
On a working visit to China, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with his Belgian counterpart Elio Di Rupo in Dalian city. The two prime ministers talked about the economic situation in their respective countries and outlined future action. The Belgian Premier said there are positive indications for economic stabilization in Europe. Elio Di Rupo asked about Armenia’s relations with the European Union and the Customs Union. Tigran Sargsyan said Armenia will not give up the European... more »
Cooperation Prospects Discussed With Representatives Of Chinese Companies
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met today with China Communication Construction CEO Wang Zijhun in Dalian city who briefed the Premier on the activities of his company. Specialized in road construction, the company handles road design, construction and maintenance projects and is the tenth leading entity in the world. Assuring of their interest in getting involved in Armenia, the Executive Director said his company has already developed a number of proposals to be submitted to the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Meets Bulgarian Counterpart Plamen Oresharski
On a working visit to China, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with Bulgarian Prime Minister Plamen Oresharski. At the request of his Bulgarian counterpart, Tigran Sargsyan presented the economic situation in Armenia, advising that his government was able to achieve a 7% economic growth last year. In turn, Plamen Oresharski said Armenia’s performance is quite impressive, since this index proved even beyond a number of European States. Referring to bilateral relations, both... more »
Armenian, Chinese Prime Ministers Meet: China To Provide Armenia USD16mn Grant
As part of his working visit to the People’s Republic of China, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with his Chinese counterpart Li Kequang in Dalian city. Welcoming the guest, the Chinese Premier thanked Armenia for taking part in the World Economic Forum in Dalian. “Our latest meeting was on the sidelines of the Shanghai Expo, and I am happy to see you back to China,” the head of Chinese government noted. Thankful for reception, the Armenian Prime Minister first... more »
