Government Set to Increase State Budget Capital Expenditure by 50 billion Drams
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before discussing the agenda, the Head of Government issued a statement on transition to an emergency mode of work. “The elections were held in an atmosphere of much greater tolerance. Our team received a vote of confidence in the implementation of changes in our country. I address the following appeal to all members of our team: in the part of the regime of work, we need to make... more »
Karen Karapetyan sent a telegram of condolences to the Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Dmitry Medvedev
Dear Dmitry Anatolyevich, With a feeling of deep empathy, I learned about the explosion in the car on the station platform of the Technological Institute of St. Petersburg subway, which entailed human casualties and a large number of injuries. I ask you to convey my sincere condolences to the families and friends of the deceased, words of support and wishes for a speedy recovery to the victims.
PM attends memorial service for the sons of the Armenian people killed in the April war
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan attended a memorial service at the Mother See of Holy Echmiadzin to commemorate the sons of the Armenian people killed in the April war of 2016, which was served by His Holiness Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians Garegin II.
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan voted in polling station No.4 / 53
Accompanied by his spouse, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan at the parliamentary elections of Armenia voted in the capital’s polling station No. 4/53. After the elections, the Prime Minister answered the journalists' questions, noting: “We came to vote with a very good mood, for the sake of realizing our motto. My vision of Armenia is a state of logic, intellect and law.” The chairman of the precinct election commission No 4/53 informed the Prime Minister that the... more »
Government Discusses IT reform-related proposals by Deloitte & Touche
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held a consultation, during which Deloitte & Touche company representatives introduced the findings of a study of IT reform in the Republic of Armenia. The analysis was conducted on the trends and characteristics of the local market. Accordingly, the meeting discussed further development of the IT sector, training of highly qualified specialists, organization of the educational process, expansion of existing companies, promotion of investment... more »
PM instructs managers to increase efficiency of bankruptcy procedure
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before proceeding to the discussion of agenda items, the Premier gave a number of instructions. Karen Karapetyan’s first instruction focused on the need for managers to improve efficiency in bankruptcy procedures. ”During meetings held in the provinces, a large number of complaints in connection with manager’ ineffective work in bankruptcy procedures was addressed to the Staff... more »
Prime Minister Briefed on Rose Cultivating Company’s Investment Program
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited Ecotomato CJSC rose growing greenhouse in Goght village of Kotayk Marz. The Prime Minister toured the greenhouses made of aluminum and special glass, inspecting the ongoing activities and development programs. The greenhouses are equipped with modern technologies of Dalsem Dutch Company, including assimilation lighting control and automatic climate control systems. 80% of the output is exported to Russia, Belarus and Georgia. Ecotomoato us... more »
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan Concludes His Official Visit to Turkmenistan
On official visit to Turkmenistan, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan visited the mausoleum of the first President of Turkmenistan Saparmurat Niyazov in Ghipchak village to pay tribute to his memory. The head of the Armenian government also called at the Turkmenbashi Rukh mosque, where he met with Grand Mufti of Turkmenistan Charigeldi Seryayev. Accompanied by Mayor of Ashgabat Shamuhammed Durdiliyev, Prime Minister Karapetyan next visited and laid flowers at the Turkmenistan... more »
Karen Karapetyan Meets with Members of Turkmen Government in Ashgabat
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan, who is paying an official visit to Turkmenistan, met with the members of Turkmen government in Ashgabat, headed by Deputy Head of the Cabinet of Ministers Dadebay Amangeldiyev. The parties expressed confidence that the proposals formulated by the Armenian side have great prospects and can provide incentives for the furtherance and strengthening of bilateral economic ties. The sides stressed that constructive cooperation, including the active efforts of the... more »
Karen Karapetyan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Discuss Issues of Armenian-Turkmen Economic Cooperation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan has arrived in Turkmenistan on official visit. President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov received the Prime Minister of Armenia at the reception hall of the residence of the President of Turkmenistan. Welcoming the RA government delegation to Ashgabat, the President of Turkmenistan said the Armenian-Turkmen relations have been progressing over the past few years, and went on to note that reciprocated official visits contribute to the development... more »