RA Prime Minister, Swiss Ambassador Discuss Bilateral Economic Cooperation Prospects
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Swiss Confederation to the Republic of Armenia Lukas Gasser. The head of the Armenian government pointed out that the two countries have embarked upon high-level political dialogue. Switzerland is one of Armenia’s primary economic partners among the European countries. The Prime Minister noted with a note of satisfaction that tangible progress has been recorded in bilateral economic... more »
PM receives Deputy Chairman of Belarus National Assembly House of Representatives
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by Deputy Chairman of the House of Representatives of the National Assembly of the Republic of Belarus, Co-Chair of Armenia-Belarus Inter-Parliamentary Committee Boleslav Pirshtuk. The Prime Minister expressed confidence that the results of the 10th meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Committee in Yerevan will help strengthen bilateral political and economic relations. Highlighting the importance of economic cooperation, Karen... more »
Government explores IT sector development opportunities and prospects
Noting that the Government is prepared to discuss any initiative for the development of this sector, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan suggested presenting a roadmap with a clearly defined sequence of specific measures and clear functions of State agencies and the private sector. The Premier underscored that the Government views the IT sector as one of the key sectors of the economy, considering that it will be possible to make tangible achievements through consistent cooperation between... more »
Karen Karapetyan visits Center for Strategic Initiatives
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited the Government Center for Strategic Initiatives where he was briefed on the ongoing and planned reforms in public administration, business environment, tax administration, agriculture, education, tourism and other spheres. Reference was made to the development of the Digital Agenda of Armenia strategic paper.
PM briefed on current activities and reforms in cadastre system
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited the State Committee of Real Estate Cadastre by the Government of the Republic of Armenia (SCREC). The Premier first toured the Arabkir Service Office to get acquainted with the services provided and the ongoing improvements. Then, a consultation was held, during which SCREC Chairman Martin Sargsyan reported on the activities scheduled for 2016-2017, the ongoing reforms and expected results, the system’s achievements, the status of current... more »
“I am convinced that only through you we can take a flying leap in development” - Prime Minister extends congratulations on International Students’ Day
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended a festive event dedicated to the International Students’ Day. In his congratulatory message, the Prime Minister stated as follows: “Dear Students, Dear Young People, I cordially congratulate you on the International Students’ Day. Youth is the future of any nation. But I can also agree with the statement that young people are the present day of any country. Every day our young people prove that they can do great... more »
PM takes inspection tour of Kumayri Historical Center, holds consultation at Gyumri Town Hall
On the sidelines of his working visit to Gyumri, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan toured the Kumayri Historical Center, followed by a consultation held at the Gyumri Town Hall to discuss the development of the Historical Center. In particular, the Premier was informed on the work being done to restore infrastructures in Shiraz and adjacent streets in the Historic Center. Karen Karapetyan instructed those responsible to submit within a week’s time a clear-cut and accurate timetable... more »
Karen Karapetyan: “We will be consistent in bringing high technologies, innovations to our country’s distant regions”
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended the opening of the Regional Growth through High Technologies Conference in Gyumri. Addressing the forum, the Prime Minister noted that the motto of the conference reflects the right goal. The objective is to develop the high tech industry as one of Armenia’s economic priorities, which has great potential for attracting investments and promoting exports. At the same time, regional and community development is central in Armenia’s economic... more »
PM welcomes newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received newly appointed French Ambassador to Armenia Jonathan Lacôte. Congratulating the Ambassador on assumption of office, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that his activities would help develop and strengthen the Armenian-French relations. The head of the Armenian government attached importance to the deepening of trade and economic ties between the two countries, emphasizing that Armenia could become a solid platform for French companies... more »
RA Prime Minister, Dutch Senate President discuss prospects of economic relations
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Ankie Broekers-Knol, President of the Senate of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Welcoming the guest, the Prime Minister said it is remarkable that such a high-level visit is taking place in the year of the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between Armenia and the Netherlands. Karen Karapetyan expressed confidence that the visit would add momentum to bilateral ties; in particular, it might boost the trade and economic... more »
