PM Visits Landslide Zone At Vanadzor-Bagratashen Road Section
Accompanied by Minister of Emergency Situations Armen Yeritsyan and Minister of Transport and Communication Manuk Vardanyan, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited the landslide site in 86th kilometer of Vanadzor-Bagratashen Road Section of M6 interstate highway. The head of government was briefed on the situation in the landslide zone and the course of search and rescue works. The Prime Minister was informed that 7 out of 12 missing people have been identified. The remaining 5 are... more »
“Ranchpar – 1” Pumping Station Rehabilitated And Re-Commissioned
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of “Ranchpar – 1” pumping station as rehabilitated under MCA-Armenia program. The opening ceremony was also attended by MCC Vice President Patrick Fine. Tigran Sargsyan toured the facility getting acquainted with the rehabilitation works. Ranchpar - 1 pumping station irrigates 6,100 hectares of land, supplying irrigation water to some 10,000 water users in 23 communities of Ararat marz. USD 5.5 million was allocated... more »
A landslide hit the road section at the 86th kilometer of М6 Vandzor-Bagratashen interstate highway close to Airum railway station (nearby Lchkadzor village) causing interruption in road traffic. According to preliminary data, motor cars have been caught up in the zone of the landslide. An operative staff has been set up by the Prime Minister’s decision. Competent services are operational at the scene of the incident. The details are being are specified. All the necessary measures... more »
“Bridge Artsakh - 2011” Economic Forum Kicks Off
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan arrived today in the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic on a working visit. The head of government took part in the opening 3rd “Bridge Artsakh - 2011” economic forum as attended by NKR President Bako Sahakyan and business representatives from Armenia and Artsakh. Referred to as “Advanced economy as a prerequisite for sovereign nationhood,” the forum focuses on ways to arouse interest in and attract investments from both Armenian and... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “Tourism May And Must Be Diversified In Armenia”
As part of Armenia independence 20th anniversary celebrations, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan took part in a festive event dated to International Tourism Day, attended by representatives of tourism industry. Congratulating the guests on International Tourism Day, the Prime Minister said it to be another opportunity for looking back at the last 20 years’ developments in the sphere of tourism and thinking of future plans. “In my opinion, everyone in here is sure of one... more »
PM Congratulates AUA 20th Anniversary
Accompanied by Minister of Education and Science Armen Ashotyan, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended in a gala event dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the American University of Armenia (AUA). Congratulating those present on behalf of the government, Tigran Sargsyan stated in part, “The fact that our State’s 20th anniversary fits with that of the AUA has the following meaning: knowledge should be the main tool for building stronger nationhood, and I am happy that we... more »
“Armenia – Your Partner 2011” Trade Fair Kicks Off In Yerevan
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of “Armenia –You Partner 2011” international trade fair at the Sports and Concert Complex after Karen Demirchyan. The exposition will be effective till October 2, 2011. Some 200 Armenian and foreign organizations engaged in healthcare, agriculture, tourism, insurance, industry, innovations and information technologies, construction and food industry are participating in the exhibition, presenting over 500 different... more »
2012 State Budget Bill Approved
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Cabinet discussed and approved the 2012 State budget bill, charging the Minister of Finance to make changes of editorial character if necessary and submit the finalized version to the Staff of Government. The heads of government agencies were given a month’s time to submit the 2012 maintenance costs and annual (consolidated) cost estimates for such agency-integrated offices as implement foreign... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Congratulates Chinese People On National Holiday
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended a gala reception dedicated the national holiday of the People’s Republic of China. Congratulating those present on the holiday, the head of government wished the people of China peace, happiness, well-being and prosperity. Tigran Sargsyan stated in part: “On this festive occasion, it is my distinct pleasure to note that bilateral relations have been on the upgrade recently. In my capacity of Prime Minister, I am pleased to... more »
Government Staff Awarded Information Freedom Center’s Appreciation Letter For Shaping And Boosting Transparency Traditions
On International Information Freedom Day, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the Golden Key and Rusty Padlock annual award-giving ceremony as hosted by Information Freedom Center Armenia, dated to the Center’s 10th anniversary. Congratulating the audience on International Information Freedom Day, the Prime Minister said that information availability is kept in focus by the Armenian government. “For 10 years now, the Information Freedom Center Armenia has been advocating... more »
