By Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s decision, “Classical Channel” artistic group director Mark Petrosyan was awarded with the Premier’s commemorative medal on 80th birth anniversary and for significant contribution to Armenian TV.
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan signed a decree to appoint Artavazd Sargsyan to the office of Deputy Head of State Property Management Department by the Government.
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan signed a decree to relieve Stepan Petrosyan from the office of Deputy Minister of Diaspora in accordance with his resignation request.
Government - World Bank Cooperation Prioritized
A cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. To begin with, the Premier advised that a message had been received from the World Bank’s regional director regarding bilateral cooperation and Armenia’s borrowing opportunities for the period 2011-2014. In an effort to further improve the business environment, the government invalidated some paragraphs of the order applicable to the licensing of wildlife management activities concerning the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “Pan-Armenian Games a real proof of our unity”
A ceremonious opening for the 5th Pan-Armenian Games was held at the Republican Stadium of Yerevan after Vazgen Sargsyan. In attendance were Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, President of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic Bako Sahakyan, Chairman of the World Pan-Armenian Games Committee Ishkhan Zakaryan, other officials. Welcoming the participants and all our compatriots, Tigran Sargsyan stated in part: “The Pan-Armenian Games have grown into a nationwide festival by teaching us to... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “I am convinced future generations will be proud of Armenian builders’ and architects’ legacy”
“Armenian builders’ and architects’ legacy contains huge cultural wealth as evidenced by those churches and monuments we have today. Available worldwide, these delightful constructions testify to the talent of the Armenian people,” Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan said during a gala event held at the National Museum - Institute of Architecture of Armenia on Builders’ Day. Congratulating the architects and builders on their professional holiday, the head of... more »
Serj Tankian Awarded With Prime Minister’s Medal
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received today American-Armenian rock legend Serj Tankian at the Office of Government. Greeting the guest, the Prime Minister said to be appreciative of rock celebrity’s visit in the context of support for rock music development in our country. Tigran Sargsyan advised that a rock association rallying a number of Armenian rock bands has been set up to promote rock music in Armenia. Talking about the Rock against Genocide festival dated to the 100th... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Hosted In “Miasin” Youth Movement Camp
On a trip to Gegharkunik marz, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan was hosted in “Miasin” youth movement’s summer camp, referred to as “Miasin – 2011 All-Armenian Youth Educational Forum.” Greeting the participants, Tigran Sargsyan stated in part: “It is a pleasure to see you since meetings like this help us understand your concerns and your vision of the future. Besides, we thereby get an insight into Armenia’s future day.” Answering... more »
PM Attends MCA-Armenia-Funded Re-Commissioning of Zolakar and Martuni Pumping Stations
On a trip to Gegharkunik Marz, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended today the re-commissioning of Zolakar and Martuni pumping stations. In attendance was U.S. Charge d’Affairs to Armenia Bruce Donahue. Refurbished with funds available from the Millennium Challenge Account – Armenia (USD 3.5mn and 2.5mn invested respectively), Zolakar and Martuni pumping stations are situated in “Sevan” national park and are powered with Sevan Lake waters. To cope with the... more »
Tigran Sargsyan Receives Opposition MPs
Shortly after today’s cabinet sitting, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received MPs from “Heritage” faction Anahit Bakhshyan and Armen Martirosyan. The dismantling of kiosks and stalls downtown Yerevan has been discussed. Note that commenting on the matter at the Cabinet sitting the Mayor of Yerevan advised that no mass dismantling of stalls will take place in the capital: an individual approach will be shown and stalls will be dismantled only in case of emergency.... more »
