Eduard Aghajanyan, Bishop Arshak Khachatryan Discuss State-Church Relations
In pursuit of the agreement reached during the recent meeting between Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Supreme Spiritual Council members, Chief of Staff of the Office of Prime Minister Eduard Aghajanyan today met with His Grace Bishop Arshak Khachatryan Focused on various topics related to State-Church cooperation, the meeting went off in a warm and working atmosphere. Eduard Aghajanyan and Bishop Arshak Khachatryan reaffirmed the initiative of activating the working group on relations... more »
Tigran Avinyan meets with Bank of China President in Beijing
On November 6, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan met with Bank of China President Liu Liange in Beijing. Bank of China has the fourth largest stock of assets in the world. The Deputy Prime Minister introduced Armenia’s economic development prospects, including the investment opportunities in the fields of infrastructures, education, SMEs and high technologies. Highlighting Armenia’s attractive geographical position and the favorable business environment, Liu Liange... more »
Tigran Avinyan meets with Huawei Vice President
On a working visit to the People’s Republic of China, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan on November 6 met with Huawei Vice President Zhao Siaobing in Beijing. Tigran Avinyan presented the potential and the specificity of Armenia’s scientific and technological ecosystem, as well as the investment opportunities in the field of information technology. The Huawei Vice President introduced his company’s key activities, including the products and research activities.... more »
Tigran Avinyan delivers speech at “Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Development: Ideas, Technology and Markets” panel discussion
On November 5, 2019, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan attended a panel discussion, referred to as “Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Development: Ideas, Technology and Markets,” held in Shangai on the margins of the Second Hongqiao International Economic Forum. Tigran Avinyan made a speech in which he said: “Dear Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, I cordially congratulate you on the 70th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China. Over the past... more »
Tigran Avinyan’s Delegation Attends International Import Exhibition in China
On November 5, 2019, the Armenian delegation, led by RA Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan, attended the opening of the 2nd China International Import Exhibition in Shanghai. The opening ceremony was followed by a tour of Chinese high-ranking officials and members of international delegations through national pavilions. Armenia is represented by a business-oriented stand at the exhibition, featuring Armenian-made drinks. Ararat Brandy Company and the Winery and Viticulture Fund have a... more »
Roadmap implementation measures discussed at regular session of interdepartmental commission
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan chaired a regular sitting of the Interdepartmental Commission on Coordination of Measures for Implementation of EU-Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement and EU-Armenia Partnership Priorities Document. Chairman of NA Standing Commission on Foreign Relations Ruben Rubinyan, Chairman of NA Standing Committee on European Integration Arman Yeghoyan, Chairman of NA Standing Committee on Protection of Human Rights and Public Affairs Naira... more »
Mher Grigoryan receives Head of EU Delegation to Armenia
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received Head of EU Delegation to Armenia, Ambassador Andrea Viktorin. The Deputy Premier thanked the EU Delegation for the ongoing constructive cooperation, stressing that the EU is one of Armenia’s key partners, which has always assisted our country in implementing reforms. In turn, Andrea Victorin hailed the results and the progress recorded in EU-Armenia relations. The interlocutors exchanged views on the framework of cooperation between... more »
Mher Grigoryan receives Fitch Ratings’ representatives
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received Fitch Ratings’ representatives responsible for Armenia’s sovereign ratings. Welcoming the guests, the Deputy Premier hailed the Organization’s activities, highlighting the country situation analyses and assessments carried out by leading international companies. At the guests’ request, Mher Grigoryan outlined the framework of key reforms initiated by the Government. He talked about the importance of capital market... more »
Eduard Aghajanyan: “RA Government highlights effective cooperation with civil society”
The Open Government Partnership (OGP) - Armenia Working Group met today in the Office of Government to discuss progress in the implementation of the fourth OGP Armenia Action Plan. Welcoming the meeting participants, OGP Working Group Coordinator, Chief of Prime Minister’s Staff Eduard Aghajanyan noted: “In the face of new economic challenges and emerging complex social processes, the Executive has to address a major task by developing decision-making models based on active... more »
Mher Grigoryan attends reception on UN Day
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan attended a reception hosted on the occasion of United Nations Day. On behalf of the Government of Armenia and himself, the Deputy Prime Minister conveyed congratulations on UN Day and thanked the United Nations’ Armenia Office for the ongoing effective cooperation. UN Resident Coordinator Shombi Sharp presented Deputy Prime Minister Grigoryan with a badge depicting the flags of the Republic of Armenia and the United Nations. more »