Prime Minister and U.S. Ambassador discuss prospects of U.S.-Armenia cooperation
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States to Armenia John Heffern. The Prime Minister noted the importance of continued effective cooperation and stressed the need to intensify and deepen bilateral ties. The parties described as successful and fruitful the Armenian Premier’s working visit to the United States. Hovik Abrahamyan noted in particular, that during the meetings with the leadership of the World Bank, the... more »
Government will not make any move, which may affect adversely pregnant women
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan. Before discussing the issues on the agenda, the Prime Minister presented the traditional rating of the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation, under which Armenia has improved its position by four points from 49 to 45. “In the indicator of taxes alone, we have advanced from 73 to 41, and here a significant role was played by the introduction and dissemination of the electronic payment... more »
Government Discusses Ways to Develop Meat Industry
Under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultative meeting on the development of the sphere of production of meat products was held in Government, attended by the representatives of companies engaged in that field and executives from stakeholder agencies. The representatives of business entities in attendance introduced their future programs, the problems and prospects of development of the sphere. The Prime Minister expressed his support for development... more »
Republic of Armenia Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan’s Remarks Delivered while Introducing Republic of Armenia Draft State Budget for 2015 at National Assembly Standing Committees’ Joint Session
Dear National Assembly Chairman, Dear Members of Parliament, Dear Colleagues, The draft State budget of the Republic of Armenia for 2015 features the provisions of the Government Program, as approved by the National Assembly, and the ones adopted by the Government of the Republic of Armenia in its medium-term program of public spending for 2015-2017. And the very priorities and main directions stipulated in these programs will outline the landmarks for the policy of economic... more »
PM Receives Domestic Dairy Product Manufacturers
Under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a consultative meeting was held on the development of the sphere of production of dairy products in Armenia. The representatives of domestic dairy product manufacturers introduced the upcoming programs, dwelt on the existing problems and made suggestions to address the problems. On behalf of his government, the Prime Minister expressed willingness to contribute to the development of the sphere and instructed the heads of... more »
Austrian Development Cooperation and UNDP to contribute to implementation of agricultural stock-taking program in Armenia
Attended by Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan, a co-financing agreement was signed between the Austrian Development Cooperation and UNDP in the Office of Government. It was signed by UN Resident Coordinator and UNDP Resident Representative in Armenia Bradley Busetto and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Austria to Armenia Alois Kraut. The aim of the agreement is to facilitate the implementation in Armenia in 2014 of the second phase of the program of agricultural... more »
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan traveled today to the park of the National Assembly to attend a commemorative ceremony for the victims of the October 27 atrocities. The head of government laid flowers to the monument, paying tribute to the victims of the crime of October 27, 1999. Hovik Abrahamyan also went to Yerablur and Komitas Pantheon, laid flowers on the graves of Vazgen Sargsyan and Karen Demirchyan.
Prime Minister Welcomes Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan received President of the Pontifical Council for Culture of the Vatican, Cardinal Gianfranco Ravasi. Welcoming the Cardinal in the Government, the Prime Minister hailed the cooperation of our country with the Holy See, and stressed the role of the Holy See in the strengthening of the Christian faith, the establishment of peace and harmony in the world. Hovik Abrahamyan highly appreciated the activities of the Cardinal, which promote spiritual and moral... more »
Attended by Prime Minister, “Armenia - regional center of jewelry” investment forum kicks off
Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan attended today the opening of an investment forum entitled “Armenia - regional center of jewelry.” It is organized jointly by the Development Fund of Industry and the World Union of Armenian Jewelers in the framework of the 4th international jewelry exhibition referred to as “Yerevan Show – 2014.” Welcoming the organizers, participants and guests of the forum on behalf of his government and himself, the Prime Minister said... more »
Hovik Abrahamyan Refers to Domestic Issues
On October 26, during a trip to Lori Marz of Armenia, Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan touched upon some issues of internal political relevance. The head of government stated in part, “Together we can defy internal and external challenges. We should be proud of our present and future, rejoice in our successes and subordinate our personal aspirations. I address these words to our political forces calling for regime change. Regime change must be within the bounds of the Constitution, as a... more »
