High-Level Organization Due For Independence 20th Anniversary Celebrations
The State commission on preparation of events dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence met at the Office of Government, chaired by commission head, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Greeting the participants, the Prime Minister pointed out: “We have come together to provide for high-level organization of Armenia independence 20th anniversary celebrations. We are here to review and discuss the proposed programs and problems. The festive mood of independence... more »
Border Checkpoint Reconstruction And Modernization Agenda Discussed
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received today a UNDP delegation, led by head of UNDP Armenia Office Dafina Gercheva. In attendance was head of EU Delegation to Armenia, Ambassador Raul de Lutzenberger. Greeting the guests, the Prime Minister hailed the current pace of bilateral cooperation and stressed the need for ensuring its continuity. The parties have discussed details of Complex Management of Borders in South Caucasus program as funded by the European Union and implemented... more »
State Commitments To Be Complied With In Full
A cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. November 1, 2011 was set as a deadline for submission of finalized lists of family members in Gyumri and Akhuryan towns applicable to such earthquake-hit homeless families as may be eligible under the State-supported disaster zone housing program. In this connection, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan stated in part: “First of all, the target households should be given a reasonable advance notice of the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Receives Asad Alam
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received World Bank regional director for Europe and Central Asia Asad Alam. The parties referred to the status of joint programs and global economic developments. Asad Alam was briefed on the Government’s development-oriented actions in industry, agriculture and some other spheres, in particular. Prioritizing the need for boosting cooperation between the Government of Armenia and the World Bank, the parties underscored that a solid... more »
PM Visits Farm Produce Processing Company and Mining Industries In Syunik Marz
On the second day of his visit to Syunik marz, calling at a farm produce processing company and a number of mining industries in Syunik Marz, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan familiarized himself with production processes and future programs. First, the head of government visited Meghri cannery. The administration briefed the Premier on manufacturing processes and end products. Founded in 1930, the factory continues to be the only such entity in Meghri region. 70% of its output goes to the... more »
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s Condolence Message On Passing Of CEC Chairman Garegin Azaryan
“I was deeply grieved to learn about the demise of Garegin Azaryan. Our colleague’s untimely passing has caused a deep sorrow to everyone.” Great is Garegin Azaryan’s contribution to the reorganization of Armenia’s electoral authority which plays a key role in promoting participatory democracy and election reform in our country. At this time of sorrow, I sympathize with the family, close relatives and colleagues of Garegin Azaryan.” ***... more »
PM Off to Syunik Marz On 3-Day Visit
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan is paying a 3-day visit to Syunik marz of Armenia. First, the head of government went to see the agricultural and veterinary service center in Sarnakunk community of Sisian region. The center was founded by the CARD (Center for Agricultural and Rural Development) fund under the U.S. Agriculture Department’s Animal Health program as implemented in Syunik marz. The Prime Minister got acquainted with the center’s activities and services. In... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “Armenia’s vision of educational development concords with the rationale of Bologna process”
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended today the opening of “Higher Education Financing” international two-day conference in Yerevan as organized in the framework of Armenia’s and Poland’s xo-chairmanship of the Bologna process. The conference is meant to provide a forum for exchange of views on higher education quality and funding mechanisms, ways of ensuring equality and equity for graduate students and other issues. Participants will be briefed on Bologna... more »
PM Welcomes Lithuanian Minister of Education and Science
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Lithuanian Minister of Education and Science Gintaras Steponavichius. Greeting the guests, the head of government stressed the importance of “Higher Education Financing” international two-day conference which provides a forum for exchange of views on higher education quality, financing mechanisms, ways of ensuring equality and equity for graduate students. Tigran Sargsyan noted in part: “It is a pleasure to... more »
Armenia’s Competitiveness Rating Improved
A cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. To begin with, congratulating Armenia’s national football team members on their latest brilliant win on behalf of the government, the Premier addressed words of appreciation to the Football Federation of Armenia and its executive head. Tigran Sargsyan said to be enthusiastic about the fact that football is on the upgrade in Armenia. With reference to Armenia’s national competitiveness report... more »
