Condolences to the Prime Minister and the people of the Russian Federation
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan sent a message of condolences to RF Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on the tragedy that took place in Perm. The cable reads in part: “On behalf of the Government and the people of Armenia, I extend sincere condolences on the tragedy that took place in Perm on December 5. We join the people of Russia and mourn the tragic killing of more than one hundred people. Please give my sympathy and sincere condolences to the families of the victims.”... more »
Homage paid to the victims of the 1988 earthquake
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan traveled to the earthquake-hit regions of Armenia to pay homage to the innocent victims of the 1988 earthquake. Tigran Sargsyan participated in a candle-lighting ceremony at St. Harutyun Church of Spitak town. The Prime Minister and those in attendance laid a wreath at the memorial to the victims of the devastating earthquake of 1988. Then the head of government left for Vanadzor and called at the Holy Virgin Church. The visitors laid a wreath at the... more »
The Millenium Challenge Account Governing Council has met
The Millenium Challenge Account-Armenia SNCO Governing Council met, presided at by council chairman, RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Council reviewed Armenia’s national irrigation and drainage policy concept. A keynote speaker was MCA-Armenia SNCO Executive Director Ara Hovsepyan. Following an in-depth discussion of the issue, the Prime Minister instructed the stakeholders to hold another such discussion with corresponding agencies and organizations and come up with proposals... more »
A strategic program will developed to preserve Karmir Blur and give it attractiveness
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited the ancient site of Karmir Blur to get a first-hand view of those problems associated with the maintenance and preservation of the monument. Earlier this year, the government’s control service established that 40 hectares of the territory was covered by construction waste, while 1.5 hectares were occupied by the nearest graveyard. Erebuni historical-archeological museum director Dr Gagik Gurdjian briefed the Prime Minister on the problems... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed Georgian Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Armenia Gregory Tabatadze. Congratulating the Ambassador on the start-up of his diplomatic mission in our country, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that he will bring about further progress in the Armenian-Georgian relationship during his tenure of office. Tigran Sargsyan highlighted the need for expanding economic cooperation by stressing that bilateral trade... more »
“We are intent on both resorting to stricter control over manufacturing processes and strengthening preventive action against mismanagement,” stated the Prime Minister of Armenia
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited Original Distillery Company Ltd to assess the compliance with Premier’s recommendations aimed at enhancing efficiency in importer-distributor activities, as well as supporting domestic producers. Answering journalists’ questions, the Prime Minister said in particular: “I am glad to state that the last February meeting with the importers has brought about a good result. This enterprise was just launched 4 months ago in response to... more »
Republic of Armenia Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Republic of Poland National Defense Minister Bogdan Klich. Greeting the delegation, the Prime Minister said to be hopeful that “the visit will help strengthen bilateral relations, especially in the strategic field of military cooperation.” Tigran Sargsyan expressed his appreciation of the Polish Seim’s passing a resolution on Armenian Genocide recognition. Bogdan Klich conveyed warm... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of India to the Republic of Armenia Kumar Malhothra. Congratulating the Ambassador on the start-up of his diplomatic mission in our country, the Prime Minister expressed hope that Mr. Malhotra’s activity will help strengthen the relations of friendship between our two countries. The head of the Armenian government said in particular: “We appreciate the... more »
On the way to World War Two victory 65th anniversary festivities
Today the State Commission on Organization of Great Patriotic War Victory 65th Anniversary Celebrations called its first session, presided at by commission chairman, Republic of Armenia Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. “The festivities dedicated to the 65th anniversary of the victory had in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945 provide a unique opportunity to pay tribute to those participants of World War Two who are still with us, as well as to those who gave their lives for the... more »
Visit to Health Care Ministry Expert Center of Pharmaceutical and Medical Technologies
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan today visited the Expert Center of Pharmaceutical and Medical Technologies by the Ministry of Health Care to get a first-hand view of the activities of the organization. The Prime Minister’s agenda featured a closed consultative meeting on pharmaceutical issues at which the head of government was briefed on the efforts made to address the existing problems. The meeting was followed by a news conference during which Tigran Sargsyan said... more »