PM Congratulates Prosecutorial System Staff on Professional Holiday
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan participated in a ceremonious event dedicated to Prosecutor’s Day and the 97th anniversary of Armenia Prosecutor’s Office (APO). Felicitating the APO staff on their professional holiday, the Prime Minister said to be highly appreciative of their hard work and sense of responsibility. The Prime Minister noted with satisfaction that the APO boasts long service experience, highly professional staff and continues to successfully address the tasks... more »
On USA Independence Day, PM Visits U.S. Embassy in Armenia
On USA Independence Day, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited today the U.S. Embassy in Armenia. The Head of Government congratulated Ambassador Richard Mills, the Embassy staff and the friendly people of the Unites States on the 239th anniversary of USA independence. In his congratulatory remarks Hovik Abrahamyan stated in part, “On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia and myself, I an congratulating you, Mr. Ambassador, the Embassy staff and the people of the... more »
RA Prime Minister Congratulates President on Birthday
Honorable Mr President, Please accept my warmest congratulations and best wishes on your birthday anniversary. I wish you robust health, much happiness, inexhaustible strength and energy, as well as fruitful activities to the benefit of Armenia and the Armenian people. Once again, I congratulate you and wish you every success.
Government Priorities, Future Actions Presented at Economic Agenda Conference
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a conference entitled “Economic Agenda” kicked off at the Reception Hall of the Government of the Republic of Armenia. Welcoming the forum participants, Hovik Abrahamyan stated in part, “Let me welcome you and express sincere satisfaction at your willingness to make a professional and civic contribution in order to address the socio-economic problems facing the country. Today’s event is truly unique for both its coverage... more »
Government Suggests Convening Extraordinary National Assembly Session
An extraordinary Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Based on Article 70 of the Constitution of the Republic of Armenia, the Government asked the President of the National Assembly to convene an extraordinary National Assembly session at 12:00 p.m., July 2, 2015, with a single item on the agenda: ratification of the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Armenia and the Government of the Russian Federation on the provision of an... more »
PM Welcomes IMF Middle East, Central Asia Department Director
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received International Monetary Fund (IMF) Middle East and Central Asia Department Director Masud Ahmed. The meeting was also attended by IMF Armenia Mission Head Mark Horton and IMF Resident Representative in Armenia Teresa Daban Sanchez. Appreciating the role played by the IMF in the economic development of our country, Hovik Abrahamyan stressed the need to further expand and deepen bilateral cooperation. Hovik Abrahamyan said that cooperation with the... more »
PM Receives Representatives of Telecommunication and IT Sector Companies
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received a group of leading telecommunication and IT company representatives who are in Armenia to attend a media conference referred to as “Communicate to improve the communication sector.” The Prime Minister welcomed the holding of such a conference and said it was a good opportunity to outline new ways of developing television and radio networks, exchange know-how, expand cooperation and attract new investment. Noting that the IT sector... more »
Statement by RA Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan
Forces have appeared in Bagramyan Avenue, whose main concern is not actually to prevent electricity tariffs from going up, but to create instability in the country and instigate disturbances in society. They are pushing to the forefront vague and shortsighted political aspirations instead of the problem’s social or economic component. This is the only conclusion that can be drawn merely because the day before, in addition to addressing in all detail the state of affairs in the... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Offers Condolences on Passing of Yevgeny Primakov
With deep sorrow, I learned of the demise of renowned Russian statesman, outstanding scientist Yevgeny Primakov. Holding the posts of Chairman of Government, Minister of Foreign Affairs and other top government positions, Mr Primakov helped strengthen and develop Russia and made a significant contribution to the strengthening and deepening of friendly relations between our two allied countries. Invaluable is Academician Yevgeny Primakov’s contribution to science and research... more »
Armenian-Russian Energy Cooperation Discussed
Armenian, Russian Cabinet members met today in the Office of Government to discuss development and expansion of bilateral cooperation in the energy sector. The Armenian side was represented by Vice Prime Minister, Minister of International Economic Integration and Reform Vache Gabrielyan, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Yervand Zakharyan, Deputy Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Iosiph Isayan. The Russian side consisted of Russia co-chair of the Armenian–Russian... more »
