Karen Karapetyan: We cannot but build a good country, though everyone should take a share
On his way to the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic, Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan met with community leaders from Syunik Marz in Goris. The Prime Minister noted that the main purpose of the meeting was to discuss the existing problems and the development prospects of the Marz. “We all need to understand a simple truth: we and only we are the ones to build our country, our home, our theater and our village. We need not wait for somebody to come and improve the situation. We must speak... more »
RA Prime Minister and Slovak National Council President Prioritize Trade and Economic Cooperation
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received a delegation led by President of the National Council of the Slovak Republic Andrej Danko. Welcoming the guests, the Premier said Slovakia is one of the most important partners of Armenia in Europe, and our country is interested in the further development of bilateral cooperation in political, trade-economic, cultural and other fields of mutual interest. Karen Karapetyan expressed confidence that the Armenian-Slovak relations have great... more »
Prime Minister: IT sector is a major driving force behind our economy
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan held a consultative meeting on the prospects of development of information and telecommunication technologies. The meeting was attended by ministers and representatives of IT companies. “Convinced that the IT sector is a major driving force behind the economy, I am prepared to discuss with you any relevant issue, including the educational system, higher education, training of specialists, management mechanisms and so on,” the Premier said as... more »
PM issues instructions on road traffic control systems and paid parking operations
A regular Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan. Before discussing the issues on the agenda, based on the results of a consultation held with the President of the Republic of Armenia, the Prime Minister gave a number of instructions regarding road traffic control systems and paid parking operations,. “I instruct: 1. The Head of the Police Force by the Government of the Republic of Armenia: to negotiate with the management of Security... more »
Europe’s Doors Wide Open for Armenia: PM Welcomes Belgium Senate President
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan welcomed today President of the Kingdom of Belgium Senate Christine Defraigne, who is paying an official visit to Armenia Highly appreciating the visit of Christine Defraigne’s delegation to our country, the Prime Minister expressed confidence that it might contribute to the further development and strengthening of Armenian-Belgian relations. Karen Karapetyan stressed that the Government of Armenia is keen to build on the political dialogue with... more »
PM Receives Greek Ambassador to Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received today Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Hellenic Republic to the Republic of Armenia Mrs. Nafsika Nancy Eva Vraila. Highlighting the importance of continued development of Armenian-Greek friendly relations, on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, the Prime Minister expressed willingness to support any initiative aimed at promoting bilateral ties. Karen Karapetyan stressed the need for making active efforts to... more »
PM instructs to prosecute those responsible for irregularities in printing house building explosion
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called a consultative meeting to discuss the irregularities committed during the explosion of Building B at Republic Street-65 in Yerevan (the former printing house). The Premier said that the dismantling of the building in this way caused objective and subjective dissatisfaction among the public, especially in the residents of nearby houses. “This is not a test field! This is neither a military training ground, is it? In fact, it seems that... more »
Statement by RA Prime Minister, made at the joint session of National Assembly standing committees in introducing the 2017 State Budget Bill
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan made a statement during the presentation of the draft law “On the 2017 State Budget of Armenia” at the joint session of standing committees of the National Assembly of the Republic of Armenia. The Prime Minister stated in part: “Honorable Speaker of the National Assembly, Dear Members of Parliament, Dear Government Members and Guests, Today, we are initiating the 2017 State budget bill debate. I think the discussion will... more »
Prospects of Economic Development-Targeted Armenia-Diaspora Ties Discussed
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan received Armenian Assembly of America (AAA) Board President Carolyn Mugar and Board of Trustees Co-chair Anthony Barsamian. The meeting was also attended by Board Member Raffi Kasarjyan and AAA Regional Director Arpi Vardanian. The Prime Minister welcomed and hailed the pro-Armenian activities of the Armenian Assembly of America, aimed at strengthening Armenia-Diaspora ties and bolstering USA-Armenian relations. Congratulating Karen Karapetyan on his... more »
Familiarized with the international JUNWEX Yerevan Show -2016 jewelry exhibition exhibits, the Premier highlighted the launch of jewelry industries in Armenia
Prime Minister Karen Karapetyan called at the sixth edition of JUNWEX Yerevan Show -2016 jewelry and watch-makers’ exhibition at Meridian exhibition center. Note that the Center is located on the territory of the free economic zone, which offers tax and customs benefits to economic entities. This year the exhibition is attended by about 80 companies from 14 countries. During the tour of the stands run by domestic and foreign companies, the Premier inquired about their activities,... more »