State Support Tends Up
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Government approved two land-user support programs for the purchase of cost-effective diesel fuel and nitrogenous fertilizers in 2013. The Minister of Agriculture was told to select eligible importers for the implementation of subsidy programs. It is planned to provide land users with more than 17 million liters of diesel fuel and 11 tons of ammonia saltpeter Moreover, diesel fuel will be available at... more »
The State Ready To Use Business Development Toolkit
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, a consultative meeting was held at the Office of Government involving the representatives of business circles. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister said. “The purpose of our meeting is to objectively discuss how the government can assist you so that this year you continue building up production capacity, boost output levels and promote exports. The State is ready to use its whole toolkit to achieve this goal. Such measures were... more »
Government Agencies Continue Reporting Back Annual Performance
Government agencies continue reporting back annual performance and compliance with the government’s action plan and priorities for 2012. Statements were today submitted by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Minister of Defense, the Minister of Nature Protection, the Police Chief and the Head of State Committee of Immovable Property Cadastre by the Government. The speakers dwelt on both the achievements and shortfalls recorded. The head of government issued the necessary... more »
Tigran Sargsyan, Dmitry Medvedev Have Phone Conversation
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan had a phone conversation with RF Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev as part of regular contacts maintained between the parties. The two heads of government discussed important issues relevant to Armenia-Russia relationship and exchanged views on regional developments. They arranged to meet in Moscow to take up the details of bilateral relations. Dmitry Medvedev took the opportunity to convey his best regards to President Serzh Sargsyan. more »
Government Agencies Submit Yearend Reports
Government agencies are reporting back annual performance and compliance with the government’s action plan and priorities for 2012. Reports were today submitted by the Minister of Education and Science, the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, the Minister of Culture, the Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs, the Minister of Emergency Situations, the Head of State Committee on Research and Science, the Head of State Committee on Nuclear Safety. The speakers dwelt on both the... more »
International Organizations Supportive Of Armenia’s Agricultural Census Process
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, a discussion was held in the Office of Government concerning the ongoing preparations for Armenia’s agricultural census process. The meeting was attended by international donors, representatives from the World Bank and Armenia-based foreign embassies. The Prime Minister stressed the importance of the agricultural census in several terms: “We have not yet conducted a census in our country, while it is crucial for us to learn the... more »
Integrated Social Service System Introduction Activities Going On
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, the Integrated Social Service System Management Council met today in the Office of Government. Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Artem Asatryan reported that efforts are underway toward introducing integrated social services in several directions. In particular, methodological guidelines are being developed to be used in the social centers, information systems are being introduced along with staff training and retraining activities.... more »
Meeting With Newly Appointed Council Of Europe Office Head
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed Council of Europe Office Head Bojko Pavlyuk. Congratulating Mr. Pavlyuk on appointment, the head of government wished fruitful activity: “We will do everything to make you feel better in Armenia so that you can carry out your mission without any impediments. We are interested in it, since the programs stemming from your mission are in compliance with the Government’s strategic programs.” Thankful for the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Awards Professor Norayr Manaseryan with RA Prime Minister’s Medal
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited famous economist, Doctor of Economics, Professor Norayr Manaseryan. The Head of the Government awarded the professor with the RA Prime Minister’s medal on his 85th birth anniversary, for his outstanding contribution and long-term fruitful activities in the fields of education, science and pedagogy. Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan wished the renowned economist good health and longevity.
Transcript of the joint press conference of RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan and Georgian Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili
PM of Georgia Bidzina Ivanishvili: I would like to say that our first official visit to Armenia and the meeting in the country with friendly and neighborly relations has been very cordial. I want to thank the Prime Minister, Mr. Tigran Sargsyan, for the warm reception. Our conversation took place in such an environment, as if we had known each other since childhood. I am an inexperienced political figure, but had no problems during the meeting. We have talked about issues of mutual interest... more »
