Train loaded with Russian wheat arrives in Armenia, passing through Azerbaijan and Georgia
Train loaded with Russian wheat (15 wagons) has arrived in Armenia, passing through Azerbaijan and Georgia. The lifting of restrictions on cargo transportation to Armenia is an important step by Azerbaijan towards restoring regional communications and promoting economic cooperation. It is one of the practical implementations of the agreements reached in Washington, contributing to the institutionalization of the peace established between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The move is also... more »
We believe that peace has no alternative and is not only a goal, but also a prerequisite for sustainable development. Arayik Harutyunyan
Chief of Staff of the Prime Minister Arayik Harutyunyan participated in the “Building Peace and Multilateral Cooperation” conference, where he delivered a speech. “Honorable Prime Minister, Honorable President of the National Assembly, Your Excellencies Ambassadors, Executive and legislative representatives, Dear guests, I am pleased to welcome you to this renowned platform, which over the years has developed as an important mechanism for conceptual... more »
Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan chairs the regular session of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) multi-stakeholder group
Today, the regular session of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) multi-stakeholder group was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan. During the session, the Deputy Prime Minister was presented with a number of agenda items, including the implementation of the mining strategy measures and the work being carried out towards more efficient and transparent management of the sector, as well as the issue of improving the process of... more »
Arayik Harutyunyan receives the delegation of the European Commission and the EEAS
The Chief of Staff of the Prime Minister Arayik Harutyunyan received the delegation led by the Deputy Managing Director for Eastern Europe and Central Asia of the European External Action Service, Audrone Perkauskiene, and the Director for Eastern Neighborhood and Türkiye of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Enlargement and Eastern Neighborhood, Adrienn Kiraly. The Head of the European Union Delegation to the Republic of Armenia, Ambassador Vassilis Maragos, was... more »
The term of compulsory military service will be set at 18 months, starting from the winter draft of 2025
Today, the regular Cabinet meeting was held, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Mher Grigoryan. The Government approved the legislative initiative of the Government of the Republic of Armenia on the bill of the Republic of Armenia "On Amendments and Supplements to the Tax Code of the Republic of Armenia". The purpose of the bill is to revise the specific rules for determining income from targeted funds received by income tax payers as compensation for... more »
Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan receives the newly appointed Head of the European Investment Bank’s South Caucasus Regional Representation
Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan today received a delegation led by the Head of European Investment Bank's Regional Representation for South Caucasus Stella Renita. Welcoming the guests, the Deputy Prime Minister congratulated Ms. Renita on assuming the position, emphasizing the importance of continuing the cooperation established with the EIB, both in terms of implementing large infrastructure and private sector development programs. The interlocutors exchanged views on... more »
Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan meets with representatives of partner countries and international development organizations
Today, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Khachatryan chaired a regular meeting with development partners on the framework for supporting the livelihoods and employment of Armenian refugees from Karabakh. About five dozen heads and representatives of diplomatic missions and international organizations participated in the meeting. Welcoming those present, the Deputy Prime Minister touched upon the current situation of the socio-economic inclusion of forcibly displaced Armenians, highly... more »
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan delivers congratulatory message on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan participated in the event marking the 80th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. In his speech, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the organization’s key role in strengthening peace, development, and human rights. Among other issues, he touched upon the effective Armenia-UN cooperation and the importance of the COP17 conference to be held in Armenia. “ Having passed through war and human tragedy decades ago, the... more »
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan participates in the regular session of the Eurasian Economic Council
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan participated via videoconference in the regular session of the Eurasian Economic Council, the agenda of which included more than a dozen issues. The issue of limitation of the duration of stay of drivers from Armenia, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan in the Russian Federation was also discussed during the session. During the discussion, the Russian side informed that it understands the urgency of the problem and is working towards a solution to... more »
Arayik Harutyunyan receives members of the “Young Political Scientists Club” at the Government
Chief of the Prime Minister’s Staff Arayik Harutyunyan received members of the “Young Political Scientists Club” at the Government. Arayik Harutyunyan welcomed the guests, touched upon the activities and peculiarities of the state administration system. The Chief of the Prime Minister’s Staff answered the questions of those present, which related to the Government’s “Crossroads of Peace” project, the ideology of Real Armenia,... more »
