First Lot Of Belarusian Tractors Reach Armenia
Pursuant to an agreement reached between the presidents of Armenia and Belarus, on the sidelines of Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s May 31, 2013 visit to the Republic of Belarus, Tigran Sargsyan and his Belarus counterpart Mikhail Myasnikovich made arrangements that the Belarusian side would provide Armenia with around 300 tractors at cost-price. Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited today Nurnus community of Kotayk Marz of Armenia to see firsthand the first lot of... more »
PM Meets Armenian General Athletic Union Board Members
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received Armenian General Athletic Union (AGAU) Board members, who are in Armenia to attend the 9th pan-Armenian Games. Welcoming the guests and stressing the role played by the AGAU in promoting the Armenian identity, the Prime Minister said, “It is always a pleasure to meet with youth from the Armenian General Athletic Union. We believe you to be at the forefront of maintaining and promoting the spirit of patriotic education. I can assure that the... more »
Armenian Prime Minister Extends Condolences To Spanish Premier On Tragic Accident
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan sent a cable of condolences to Head of Government of the Kingdom of Spain Mariano Rajoy Brey in connection with the tragic accident in Spain, which reads as follows: “On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I extend deep condolences on the tragic accident that took place in Spain. We mourn together with the friendly people of Spain and share in the sorrow caused by the death of dozens of people in the train accident. Please... more »
Matters Of Public Concern Within Government’s Eyeshot
The Cabinet held today a regular meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan referred to the self-started popular movement of the last few days, which according to the Premier is of social rather than political nature. The head of government stressed that any decision affecting large masses should be discussed in advance with the public (see separate). The government approved the principled guidelines and a... more »
“We can see a powerful civil society being formed in Armenia," Prime Minister’s introductory remarks at Cabinet meeting
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan - Dear colleagues, I would like to start today’s Cabinet sitting with the recent days’ social movement-related problems. First, we can see that this is a spontaneous movement of people, which has no political character, though the latest events have shown that some political parties would like to avail themselves of the opportunity, while the actual cause is the Yerevan Town Hall’s decision to change the public transport fares.... more »
Meeting With Newly Appointed Brazilian Ambassador
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Brazil to the Republic of Armenia Edson Duarte Marino Montero. Congratulating the Ambassador on appointment, the Prime Minister wished him every success in his responsible mission. Highly appreciative of the current high level of cooperation between Brazil and Armenia, the interlocutors indicated that there is still great development potential in economic... more »
PM Receives “Luys” Foundation Students
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received today “Luys” foundation-supported students and graduates. “The State is assisting you to study in the world’s top ten universities so that the best practices and the knowledge gained could be used for the sake of our country's development," the Prime Minister said in his greeting remarks. Concerning the changes taking place worldwide and the development trends in Armenia, the Prime Minister said knowledge is the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Meets With Holiday-Making Children In Hankavan
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited “Arshaluys” and “Hasmik” camps in Hankavan to meet with holiday-making children from vulnerable families. Tigran Sargsyan was met with dances and music performed by the children themselves. The Prime Minister toured the camps, getting acquainted with the recreational and catering facilities. He talked to the children asking about their everyday life. The Prime Minister was accompanied by First Deputy Minister of... more »
PM Receives Outgoing Romanian Ambassador
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received today outgoing Romanian Ambassador Krina Rodica Prunariu. Thanking the Ambassador for cooperation on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, Tigran Sargsyan appreciated her personal contribution to bilateral relations and the friendship between the two peoples. Thankful for kind remarks, Krina Rodica Prunariu stressed that she would remain a true friend of our country’s and would continue promoting friendship between... more »
North-South Road Corridor Investment Program Governing Council Holds Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, the North-South Road Corridor and Sustainable Urban Development Investment Program Governing Council met in the Office of Government. The council first discussed and approved the Tranche 2 external financial audit technical proposal evaluation results and the bid evaluation committee membership, Tranche 3 construction supervision and Tranche 4 main provisions of feasibility study consulting services, as well as the results of Sustainable Urban... more »
