Asian Bank’s Armenia programs valued by the Prime Minister
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation from the Asian Development Bank, led by Deputy Director of Central and Western Region Department Werner Liepach. Greeting the guests, the Prime Minister assured them of Armenia’s keen interest in the deepening and expanding relations with the ADB. The parties have discussed issues of mutual concern, inclusive of the North - South highway project. The project was said to be high on the government’s agenda with a PIU... more »
New prospects for development of Armenian-Polish relationship
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed ambassador of the Republic of Poland to the Republic of Armenia Zdislav Rachinsky. Greeting the guest, the Prime Minister congratulated the ambassador for appointment and wished him a successful mission in our country. Tigran Sargsyan highlighted the Polish Premier’s upcoming visit to Armenia by stressing that it might add a momentum to bilateral relations by promoting strategic ties of mutually beneficial cooperation.... more »
A specialized enterprise to deal with import-export problems
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received the members of the Board of Armenia’s National Association of Farmers. Greeting the guests, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the meeting by stating in part: “Today’s meeting is devoted to an agricultural agenda and cattle breeding, in particular. At the request of Mrs. Tsarukyan, we have come together to discuss the problems encountered in this sphere, as well as what the State must do to ensure progress in animal... more »
The RA government commission on coordination of relief programs met today at the Office of Government, chaired by commission head Simon Ter-Simonyan. The meeting discussed and approved 13 programs, among which: The Fundamental Research Library SNCO project as implemented by the National Academy of Sciences, aimed at creating an all-Armenian online network of libraries. Two projects carried out by the Armenian Caritas referred to as “Adapted means of conveyance for children... more »
Homage paid at Yerablur
Republic of Armenia Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, National Assembly Speaker Hovik Abrahamyan and several other dignitaries visited Yerablur pantheon to pay homage to Sparapet Vazgen Sargsyan on his birthday. The Prime Minister’s visit coincided in time with an event hosted by Yerkrapah Union of Volunteers. Addressing the Union’s young recruits, Tigran Sargsyan stated in part: “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to those young volunteers acceding to Yerkrapah Union.... more »
Tigran Sargsyan: “Political leaders should abide by the values embraced”
In the frescos hall of Armenia’s National Gallery, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the presentation of a book written by Wilfred Martens, founding member and president of the European People’s Party, ex-premier of the Kingdom of Belgium, entitled “Europe: I am struggling, I am overcoming.” In anticipation of the event, Tigran Sargsyan had a private meeting with Mr. Martens. In is opening remarks, the Prime Minister stated in part: “In his book Mr.... more »
The Prime Minister values much the activation of Armenian-Korean business contacts
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received today a delegation of representatives of Korean companies and business circles led by President and CEO of KORES Ltd Kim Shin Jong. The delegation comprised representatives of Korea Resources Corporation (KORES), Daewoo Shipbuilding and Marine Engineering (DSME), DSME E&R and CORUS. The meeting was attended by the representatives of the Armenian Vallex Group. Greeting the guests, the Prime Minister expressed hope that cooperation between... more »
Severe Reprimand to the Minister of Agriculture
Chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, the Cabinet met in a planned session at the Office of Government. Before proceeding to the agenda, Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan briefed those present on the findings of the check-ups conducted by the Premier’s Control Service at the Ministry of Agriculture. Two of ministry staff turned out to have failed in the exercise of their duties and will be released them from office. The Minister of Agriculture was inflicted a severe reprimand for... more »
New work methodology meant to boost performance at the Armenian Development Agency
The Board of “Armenian Development Agency” CJSC met at the office of Government, presided by Board Chairman, RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Among other agenda items, the meeting has discussed the concept of ADA reform. ADA Director General Robert Harutunyan reported on his agency’s activities for 2009. In the period under review, the agency was said to have designed a number of programs, sought potential investors and conducted talks with them, extended... more »
New prospects for Armenian-Egyptian cooperation
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation of ARTOK Group, an Egyptian investment company led by company president Shafik Gabri. In greeting the guests, the Prime Minister said to be well aware and highly appreciative of those investment programs carried out by the company. Concerning the prospects for deepening bilateral cooperation and implementing investment programs, the head of government made a point of developing knowledge-based economy supported by techno-parks.... more »
