PM addresses freedom fighters’ concerns
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received the freedom fighters that came yesterday to protest in front of the Government House. The meeting was attended by Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Artem Asatryan. The head of government heard out the freedom fighters’ concerns trying to understand which way they might be best addressed, after which he read the proposals submitted in writing. To ensure that assistance is as targeted as possible, the Premier instructed the Ministry of... more »
Government Support Program For Armavir Residents Takes Effect
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The government decided to provide AMD50.000 in lump-sum assistance to each of 1606 vulnerable families from those twenty-three villages which suffered 100% losses due to the May 12 hailstorm. Given the fact that the size of the damage caused to arable crops has prevented the affected farmers from paying land tax and irrigation fees, the Government allocated 207 million drams to the administration... more »
PM Gets Acquainted With Hailstorm Aftermath Work In Armavir Marz
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited Armavir community of Armavir Marz of Armenia, where he was introduced to the problems faced by local farmers and the community head-drafted vulnerability lists. The Prime Minister took the opportunity to present the government’s program of relief action. The Prime Minister informed that the upcoming June 6 Cabinet meeting will make a decision to provide cash assistance to most needy farmers on the lists drafted by community heads.... more »
On Prime Minister’s Instructions, Large Family From Mrgashat Community Gets Private Housing
On Prime Minister’s instructions, the large family of Mkhitaryans was provided with a private home in Mrgashat community of Armavir Marz. To recall, during a working visit paid to Armavir Marz on May 22, the Prime Minister was hosted in the 14-member-strong Mkhitaryans family (with 11 children). As the family lived in a badly damaged unsafe house, consisting only of 2 rooms, the Premier promised to solve the problem within the shortest possible time. On Tigran... more »
Tigran Sargsyan, Newly Appointed Croatia Ambassador Discuss Bilateral Relationship
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Croatia to Armenia Ivan Starcevic. Congratulating the Ambassador on assuming the office, the Prime Minister expressed the hope that his diplomatic mission might provide help strengthen and deepen the Armenian-Croatian relations. In this context, the parties stressed the importance of developing economic cooperation between the two countries. The Ambassador informed that a business... more »
Tigran Sargsyan, IMF Resident Representative Discuss Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed IMF Resident Representative Teresa-Daban Sanchez, the successor of Guillermo Tolosa in this position. Congratulating Teresa-Daban Sanchez on appointment, the Prime Minister expressed hope that Ms. Sanchez would succeed in her mission to promote interaction and implementation of new joint programs. In conclusion, the parties discussed a bilateral cooperation-related agenda.
PM Welcomes Newly Appointed UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia Bradley Busetto. Congratulating Mr. Busetto on appointment, Tigran Sargsyan said to be hopeful that the interaction between Government and the UN Armenia Office will be continue to develop on the basis of synergy and close partnership. “We are eager to see the bilateral ties enhanced and strengthened in different fields of activity, and we appreciate the ongoing... more »
Strengthened Cooperation Discussed With World Bank
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with World Bank Executive Director Frank Heemskerk. Pleased with the current pace of interaction with the World Bank, Tigran Sargsyan expressed the hope that the cooperation will expand and strengthen ahead. In this context, the parties have discussed progress and continuity in various World Bank-supported Armenia projects, including the ones underway in agriculture, public sector and local self-government. At the request of the World... more »
Broad Range Of Armenia-Kuwait Cooperation Development Issues Discussed
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Kuwaiti National Assembly President Ali Fahd Al Rashid. “We attach great importance to the expansion and strengthening of relations between Armenia and Kuwait. I am sure that your delegation’s visit will give a new impetus to the development of bilateral ties,” the Prime Minister said addressing the guests. Thankful for a warm welcome, the Kuwaiti National Assembly Speaker introduced the members of his... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Meets Dmitry Medvedev
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan had a private meeting with RF Head of Government Dmitry Medvedev in Minsk to discuss a wide range of issues regarding the Armenian-Russian ties of allied partnership. Reference was made to the integration processes underway in the Eurasian region and the format suitable for Armenia’s participation. Tigran Sargsyan pointed out that a few technical issues needed clarifying in order to decide which way to go. In this context, the Armenian Premier... more »
