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 »
On August 13-23, 2013, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan will be away on holiday, part of which will be spent abroad.
Armenia Prime Minister: Competitive Armenia Means Knowledge-Based Nation
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan called at the summer camp of “Miasin” youth movement on the shore of Lake Sevan. The Premier got familiar with the holiday-makers’ daily life and camping conditions. The head of government talked to the campers, answering their questions and presenting his vision of development. “Competitive Armenia means a knowledge-based nation. This is the foundation of our country. To be considered as a developed country, we should be quick... more »
PM Congratulates Builders On Professional Holiday
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended a ceremonious event dedicated to Builder’s Day. Congratulating he builders on professional holiday, Tigran Sargsyan said that this beautiful holiday has a special meaning - our people’s warm attitude to construction workers. “It is not accidental, since Armenian builders have always played a key role in ensuring continuity for our nation’s history leaving a rich legacy to us. Today as well, we see such masterpieces of... more »
