Araik Harutyunyan introduces newly appointed First Deputy Minister of Defense Arshak Karapetyan
Chief of Staff of the Office of the Prime Minister Arayik Harutyunyan introduced to the staff of the Ministry of Defense and to the top military brass newly appointed First Deputy Defense Minister Arshak Karapetyan. Arayik Harutyunyan thanked outgoing Acting Defense Minister Vagharshak Harutyunyan for his work: “Mr. Harutyunyan took over as Defense Minister in a very difficult period for Armenia. We had several crises during this time, but Mr. Harutyunyan managed to handle them... more »
Accompanied by Acting Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan, European Council President Charles Michel Visits Tsitsernakaberd Memorial
President of the European Council Charles Michel, who is paying a two-day visit to Armenia, joined Acting Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan for a visit to the Tsitsernakaberd Memorial to pay tribute to Armenian Genocide victims.
European Council President Charles Michel Arrives in Armenia
At Yerevan’s Zvartnots international airport, Acting Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan welcomed European Council President Charles Michel who arrived in Armenia on a two-day visit. As part of the visit, Charles Michel will meet with Acting Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan. Following the meeting, Nikol Pashinyan and Charles Michel will make statements to the media summarizing their talks. The President of the European Council will also meet with RA... more »
Tigran Avinyan attends agreement signing ceremony between the Armenian National Interests Fund and Air Arabia
On July 14, Acting Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Tigran Avinyan attended the signing ceremony of an agreement between the Armenian National Interests Fund and Air Arabia. In his welcoming speech, Tigran Avinyan congratulated those present on the signing of the agreement: “The agreement signed between the Armenian National Interests Fund and Air Arabia is a significant step towards the formation of a national air carrier. This is an investment program of strategic... more »
Tigran Avinyan Receives Lufthansa Group Senior Director for Business Development
On July 14, Acting Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan received Director-Business Development at Lufthansa Group Rene Koinzack. Armenian Ambassador to Germany Ashot Smbatyan and German Deputy Ambassador to Armenia Klaus Wendelberger were in attendance. Noting that aviation is among the sectors most affected by the global pandemic, the Acting Deputy Prime Minister said the availability of vaccines will help improve the state of affairs in this area and air communication will soon be... more »
Arayik Harutyunyan introduces newly appointed First Deputy Foreign Minister Armen Grigoryan to Foreign Ministry staff
Chief of the Prime Minister’s Office Arayik Harutyunyan today introduced newly appointed First Deputy Foreign Minister Armen Grigoryan to the Foreign Ministry staff. Arayik Harutyunyan thanked Deputy Foreign Minister Armen Ghevondyan for the work done during his tenure: “I wish to thank Mr. Ghevondyan for the work done during these months. It was an important and difficult stage. Few were willing to take on this responsibility. You are one of them, Mr. Ghevodyan.”... more »
Tigran Avinyan chairs working group meeting on coordination of construction activities in Residential District 33 of Yerevan
On July 9, Acting Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan chaired a meeting of the working group on coordination of construction activities in Residential District 33 of Yerevan. In his welcoming speech, Tigran Avinyan presented the results of the working group’s activities: - Design work on 13 lots is complete; 8 lots are fully completed; - 7 lots were submitted for comprehensive expertise; a construction permit was obtained for 1 lot; - In order to increase the... more »
Acting Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan’s Congratulatory Message to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken
Dear Mr. Secretary, I would like to extend to you my heartfelt congratulations on Independence Day. The 4th of July has always been not just a celebration, but also a day of remembrance, a day when millions of Americans honor the sacrifices made on the way to freedom and liberty. It was this spirit that led the American people to forge partnerships with other nations, to uphold their aspirations for better future. In few months Armenia and the United States will mark the 30th... more »
Congratulatory Message by Acting Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan on 245th Anniversary of U.S. Independence Day
Dear Americans, It is the second year in a row that we have to join the celebration of the 4th of July virtually. Unfortunately, the ongoing global Covid-19 pandemic has deprived us of the opportunity to share a firm handshake with our American friends and colleagues at the Embassy on this festive occasion. Nonetheless, as the people of the United States mark the 245th anniversary of their collective decision to live in a free and prosperous country, our wishes and congratulations are as... more »
Tigran Avinyan attends 2021 EBRD Annual Meeting via videoconference
On July 1, 2021, Acting Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan participated in the 2021 Annual Meeting of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) Board of Governors. At the plenary session, Tigran Avinyan acted as Deputy Chairman of the plenary session. The Acting Deputy Prime Minister presented Armenia’s message on the issues discussed at the plenary session. Addressing the meeting, Tigran Avinyan stated: “Honorable Mr. Chairman, Esteemed Madame President,... more »
