PM Visits Armenian NPP
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan visited today the Armenian nuclear power plant (NPP). The Premier was briefed on NPP operations, work on extension of NPP operations and safety improvements, as well as the upcoming activities and projects. The plant will be brought to a standstill for a period of 6 months in 2017 in order to implement activities aimed at extending its operations until the year of 2027. Then, the head of government called at the Yerevan combined cycle steam-gas... more »
Energy system long-term development prospects discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, an analytical discussion was held on the Office of Government on Armenia’s energy system’s current status, the challenges faced and development prospects. Deputy Energy Minister Areg Galstyan presented a comprehensive study on the energy sector, which was developed based on the new long-term strategy for the development of the energy system. The study pursued the following key objectives: reliable supply of possibly lower-cost... more »
Meeting of Standing Supreme Council for Development of Medium-Term Expenditure Programs in Armenia
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Standing Supreme Council for Development of Medium-Term Expenditure Programs in the Republic of Armenia met today in the Office of Government. The meeting discussed and approved the main macroeconomic indicators to form the basis of draft medium-term program of public expenditure in the Republic of Armenia in 2016-2018. The Council approved the indicative funding quotas for budget expenditure in 2016-2018.
Rural Capacity Building Program Governing Board Holds Meeting
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the governing board of the Rural Capacity Building program (the Program) met today on the Office of Government. According to the agenda, the Board approved the list of communities eligible for funding under the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)-supported irrigation and water supply projects in the framework of the Rural Infrastructure component in 2015-2016. The meeting next discussed and approved the 2015 program of... more »
Irrigation water to be supplied free of charge in May
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. As the agenda was being approved, the attendees were invited to discuss the question of irrigation water supply during the spring irrigation campaign of the year 2015. Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan said the issue had been discussed with the President of the Republic of Armenia, the Ministry of Agriculture and the State Water Committee. To prevent the spring overflow of rivers during the month of May,... more »
PIU Activity Reports Discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the Government discussed PIU activity reports for the first quarter of 2015. The PIU heads reported back their agencies’ annual performance, introduced the planned activities and the existing problems. Highlighting the importance of efficiency in PIU activities, the Prime Minister asked those responsible to make everything possible to achieve higher quality in the implementation of the planned programs. Noting that he will keep... more »
Prime Minister Holds Consultation
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultative meeting was held in the Office of Government, attended by representatives of government agencies dealing with economic issues. The meeting discussed the pace of cooperation with international economic organizations and the status of joint projects. Reference was also made to the steps and programs aimed at reinvigorating Armenia’s economy, promoting exports, attracting new investment. During the exchange of opinions... more »
Tax Legislation Reform Discussed
Chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, the tax legislation reform was discussed in Government with the participation of representatives of the departments concerned. The meeting examined various proposals on amendments to the law on turnover tax in order to submit a finalized version to the National Assembly. During the discussion, questions were raised concerning the regulations applicable to traders engaged in the buying and selling gold articles.
PM Visits Made in Armenia Expo
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan called at Meridian Expo Center to view an exposition referred to as “Made in Armenia,” on from April 26 and held in the framework of the State-supported programs implemented as part of the Armenian government’s export-oriented industrial policy. The Prime Minister toured the pavilions getting acquainted with the products on display. The Premier asked about the attending companies’ ongoing projects, sales and export markets, the... more »
PM Receives Microsoft Regional President
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received today a delegation headed by Don Grantham, President of the Microsoft Central and Eastern Europe region. Welcoming the guests, the Prime Minister praised the ongoing cooperation with Microsoft in the field of information technology and, on behalf of his government, expressed willingness to expand it. Hovik Abrahamyan stressed that the development of information technology is the focus of the Government, and the 25 percent growth recorded each... more »
