Today Prime Minister of Armenia Tigran Sargsyan received UN Resident Coordinator/UNDP Resident Representative (UN RC/UNDP RR) in Armenia Consuelo Vidal. Heads of UN Agencies and Programmes in Armenia were also present at the meeting. Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan, on behalf of the Government of Armenia, and Consuelo Vidal, on behalf of the United Nations, signed a programme of cooperation, which presents the strategic directions of the UN activities in Armenia during the upcoming 6... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received a delegation led by Vice-president of the Asian Bank for Development Jiao Xiau. Greeting the guest, the head of the Armenian government expressed satisfaction at the pace of the ever strengthening bilateral collaboration. Several ADB-supported programs are being implemented in Armenia, including rural road rehabilitation, water supply and water drainage system restoration projects, programs aimed at mitigating the impact the global crisis.... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the presentation of “Taxpayer-3” system held at Erebuni Plaza Hotel in Yerevan. The software was made possible through the joint efforts of the Government Staff of the Republic of Armenia, the Ministry of Economy and the State Revenue Committee by the Government with close support of the European Union. The Taxpayer-3 system provides an online automated tax return receipt management tool. SRC Head Gagik Khachatryan briefed the... more »
By RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s decision, Artashes Avetisyan was appointed to the office of RA Deputy Minister of Transport and Communication. In accordance with another decision, signed by the Prime Minister, Arev Samuelyan was appointed RA Deputy Minister of Culture.
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan visited Aspar Wild Tour travel agency, which since 2006 has been organizing guided tours to sights in Armenia and in Karabakh trying to expand its range of services in a modern light. Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan noted that Aspar Wild Tour’s activities are in full accord with the Government’s focus on the development of tourism at home and expressed hope that they will be realized successfully in case of effective cooperation. Tigran... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received sheikh of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Mohammad Musalami. The Prime Minister noted during the meeting that Armenia is interested in developing trade and economic relationship with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and realizing investment programs of mutual interest. Stressing that he seeks to get acquainted with the country during this first visit to Armenia, Mohammad Musalami said to be interested in building a hotel complex in Armenia. According to... more »
The RA government commission on coordination of relief programs met, chaired by head of commission Simon Ter-Simonyan. The commission has discussed 8 projects, including the Holy See of St. Echmiadzin-implemented “Entrance building civil work for the Arshil Gorki museum,” the World Vision International-financed program on repair of roofing for the building of kindergarten N2 in Talin town of Aragatsotni marz, two programs carried out by “Shirac” relief fund... more »
RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s Condolences on Crash of Teheran-Yerevan Flight
Dear compatriots, With a feeling of profound grief, I learned of the crash of Teheran – Yerevan air flight which took away many human lives. While deeply mourning over this terrible loss, we must have the fortitude to withstand it together. I express my sympathy and deep condolences to the families and close relatives of the victims. Please be assured that we share in your grief and will do everything to alleviate your pain.
By RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan’s decision, a Minister of Territorial Administration Armen Gevorgyan-headed government commission has been set up to organize the funeral of the July 15, 2009 air crash victims and provide assistance to the families of the slain.
The Governing Council of Millenium Challenge Account-Armenia SNCO met at the Office of Government, presided at by GC Chairman, RA Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Council discussed such steps as MCA-Armenia SNCO should take following a recent letter from the MCC on suspension of Rural Road Rehabilitation Activity under the MCA-Armenia program. MCA-Armenia SNCO Chief Executive Director Ara Hovsepyan noted that the notice on suspension of the aforementioned activity implies... more »
