Karen Karapetyan: “We need to take steps to develop a new ambitious anticorruption strategy”
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the agenda, the Prime Minister issued a number of instructions. The Premier’s first instruction was about the measures planned for 2018. “Three major events will take place in Armenia in 2018: the 100th anniversary of the Republic of Armenia and the May battles, the 2800th anniversary of the foundation of Yerevan and the Francophone Summit in Yerevan in October. Organizational... more »
Rural Capacity Building, Infrastructure and Rural Financing Support Programs Council Holds Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, the Rural Capacity Building, Infrastructure and Rural Financing Support Programs Governing Council held a regular meeting in the Office of Government. The Council discussed and approved the annual budget and maintenance costs for 2018, as well as the 2017-2018 Procurement Plan for RA Government’s “Rural Economic Development Program Implementation Unit” State Institution and Rural Financing Facility. It was reported that... more »
Prime Minister, Haigazian University Rector Discuss Educational Programs and Strengthening of Armenia-Diaspora Ties
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Paul Haydostyan, Rector of Haigazian University in Beirut. To begin with, the Prime Minister noted that Haigazian University has always been highly appreciated in Armenia for providing high-quality university education and making a valuable contribution to Armenian studies. The Head of Government highlighted the ongoing cooperation between Haigazian University and Armenia’s educational and scientific institutions, including the exchange... more »
PM Attends Opening of Solar Power Plant, Gets Acquainted with Intensive Orchards Project in Armavir Marz
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan paid a working visit to Armavir Marz of Armenia. The Green Energy 1 MW solar power plant (SPP) was officially opened in Shenik community. The station has been completely built by local organizations, such as Baghramyanshin, ACBA Leasing, and Stigen. The construction was carried out during 3.5 months this year to a total cost of USD750-800 thousand. 70 jobs were provided during the construction, staff was hired from neighboring communities and villages. The... more »
PM Briefed on Business Environment Improvement Working Group’s Activities
Chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, a consultation was held in the Office of Government to discuss the process of developing a set of measures aimed improving the business environment by the working group established in accordance with the Prime Minister’s instruction. The proposed measures are aimed at simplifying the administrative procedures required for starting and developing business, promoting SMEs, protecting investors, facilitating the issuance of construction,... more »
PM Visits RA Ministry of Defense
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited today the Ministry of Defense of the Republic of Armenia. The Head of Government first attended a closed exhibition intended for members of the Military-Industrial Commission of the Republic of Armenia to get acquainted with the samples of military equipment and armament, created or developed in Armenia over the past two years. After viewing the exhibits, the Premier chaired a meeting of the Military-Industrial Commission at the Ministry of... more »
Karen Karapetyan Briefed on Sevan National Park SNCO Reform Process
The Sevan National Park reform process and the results of SNCO activities were discussed during the consultation held at the Government. Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan was first briefed on the results of the tender for Sevan National Park SNCO development master plan. It was reported that the document will be submitted to the Government by next March. The Prime Minister instructed to involve international experts in the development work. The meeting next reviewed the activities... more »
Karen Karapetyan Attends Official Opening of ImpactAim Accelerator
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the official opening of ImpactAim, the first-ever accelerator of impact-oriented enterprises in Armenia. ImpactAim is an important component of the National Innovation Center for Sustainable Development Goals, established within the framework of cooperation between the Government of Armenia and the United Nations. Appreciating the initiative, Prime Minister Karapetyan said, “Our UN colleagues have conceived this accelerator to provide... more »
PM Receives Outgoing Romania Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Romania to Armenia Sorin Vasile who is completing his diplomatic mission in our country. Appreciating the Ambassador’s tenure-long efforts, Karen Karapetyan stressed the need for developing Armenian-Romanian relations, especially in the economic sphere. The head of the Armenian government attached importance to the role played by the Intergovernmental Commission in ensuring diversified economic... more »
Syunik Marz Governor Reports Progress in Implementation of Prime Minister’s Instructions
Syunik Governor Vahe Hakobyan reported to the Prime Minister progress in the implementation of Premier’s assignments issued at the July 29 consultation held in Syunik Marz of Armenia. The Premier was briefed on the ongoing investment programs, some of which are nearing completion. In particular, an airplane (USD5.5 million) has already been purchased under the Kapan airport re-commissioning project. The main building is being built at this point of time (USD2.5 million). The airport... more »
