Dilijan International School Construction Board Of Trustees Holds Meeting
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan participated in the meeting of the Board of Trustees of the construction of Dilijan International School, which thoroughly discussed the ongoing activities and programs. The head of government noted that the Armenian government is implementing various programs aimed at the development of Dilijan. “The construction of this international institution will help us solve various problems. We are interested in the successful completion of the... more »
PM Visits Armavir Marz
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited Armavir Marz. The head of government made his first stop in Yeraskhavan where an internal drinking water network had been commissioned. The total cost of construction was co-financed by the government to the level of AMD65mn and by the community itself to the amount of AMD20mn. Launched as early as last January, the activities covered some 7 thousand 320 meters of water main to address the needs of 314 beneficiaries. The Premier next... more »
National Competitiveness Foundation Board Of Trustees Holds Regular Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, the National Competitiveness Foundation of Armenia (NCFA) Board of Trustees held its 25th regular session the Office of Government. The meeting was attended by the President’s Chief Advisor, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Economy, Finance, Diaspora Affairs, the First Deputy Minister of Economy, the Deputy Minister of Healthcare, the Deputy Chairman of the Central Bank, the NCFA Executive Director, as well as BOT members Ruben Vardanyan,... more »
AGBU 87th General Meeting Held In Echmiadzin
In the newly built Vache and Tamar Manoukian Matenadaran of the Holy See of Echmiadzin the Armenian General Benevolent Union (AGBU) held its 87th general meeting. The event was attended by Catholicos of All Armenians Karekin II and Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Welcoming the participants on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan stated in part, “Your Holiness, dear participants of the 87th general meeting of the Armenian General... more »
Meeting With UN World Tourism Organization Secretary-General
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Secretary-General Talib Rifa who is in Armenia to attend a two-day international conference entitled “Human values and cultural diversity in the 21st century: the importance of tourism,” due in Yerevan on October 18 -19. Thankful for reception, Mr. Rifa said to be pleased with the proceedings of the forum The UNWTO Secretary-General said he was impressed by the progress of our country’s tourism... more »
ArmProd EXPO Kicks Off
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of ArmProd EXPO exhibition which brings together Armenian food and drink manufacturers and suppliers. Accompanied by Minister of Agriculture Sergo Karapetyan, the head of government got acquainted with the products on display and the upcoming programs of participating companies. Addressing the journalists, Tigran Sargsyan said exhibitions like this contribute to the development of the industrial sector. “Our goal is to... more »
CIS-Member State Teachers’ Conference Kicks Off In Yerevan
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of 2nd CIS-member State teachers’ conference at Karen Demirchyan Sports Complex. Addressing the forum on behalf of his government, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of the efforts aimed at developing the system of education. “Modern States or societies cannot go without an effective educational system. The logic of development is changing in the modern world. New knowledge rather than goods and industry are... more »
Introduction Of New Cash Registers Not To Be Burden To SMEs
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The government amended one of its previous decisions, to define extra technical requirements for cash registers used by monthly VAT payers, in line with modern cash register protection and technical capabilities. In particular, customers will be provided with additional services including the possibility of non-cash payments, as well as the provision of information on settlement documents and the... more »
New Alliance Francaise Headquarters Inaugurated In Yerevan
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of the new academic building of Alliance Française. The head of government toured the building, getting acquainted with the training opportunities and programs available. “Today’s meeting is symbolic for two reasons: Armenia officially became a full member of the world family of La Francophonie, and the Armenia branch of Alliance Francaise opened a new building to support the Organization’s activities. We are... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “The time is high for a closer interregional cooperation between Armenia and Russia”
The second Armenian-Russian interregional forum kicked off in Yerevan under the motto of “Armenia and Russia. Interregional Dialogue 2012.” The opening of the forum was attended by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, Armenian-Russian economic commission Russian co-chair Maxim Sokolov and others. Addressing the forum, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan expressed the hope that it will contribute to the strengthening of bilateral economic and humanitarian ties and the development of new... more »