PM Discusses Armenian Reforms With Students From Yerevan School Of Political Studies
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan met with students from the Yerevan School of Political Studies. The head of government delivered a lecture on the global developments, challenges and remedies. The meeting discussed the government program of 2012-2017, touching on the ongoing reforms and target areas, over which the speakers presented their own opinions. Tigran Sargsyan said the middle class is a basic prerequisite for the development and strengthening of our State. The Armenian... more »
Local, Foreign Companies May Enjoy Equal Conditions
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. The Government approved a licensing procedure for imported vodka, classified as 2208 under the foreign economic activity nomenclature code, as well as the licenses and application forms. By the next decision, the ministries of agriculture and economy were decided to be the authorized licensing agencies. In this regard, the Prime Minister pointed out that as a matter of fact, a complicated procedure is being... more »
PM Honors Working Dinner Attended By EU-Member State Ambassadors
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended a working dinner hosted by Head of EU Delegation to Armenia, Ambassador Traian Hristea. Invited were EU-member States’ Armenia-accredited ambassadors. Views were exchanged on the National Assembly-approved government program of activities, including its priorities, as well as on Armenia’s home and foreign policy issues. The speakers touched upon the outlook of EU-Armenia relations and the reforms underway in our country. more »
Tigran Sargsyan Welcomes Australian Premier’s Special Envoy
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received Australian Prime Minister’s special envoy for Eastern Europe, the Balkans and Caucasus Russell Trood. “Armenia is interested in the development and deepening of relations between Armenia and Australia, ” Tigran Sargsyan said, stressing the importance of keeping in touch in matters of mutual support in bilateral and multilateral formats. The guest forwarded Australian government’s request to support his country’s... more »
Government Set To Build Competitive Economy In Armenia
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended the opening of Black Sea Trade and Development Bank-hosted “Armenia: Growth Rate and International Experience” international business forum in Yerevan. The Prime Minister highly appreciated the BSTDB-supported Armenia programs with a total cost of USD 75 million. “We are interested in cooperation. In addition, the Bank-prepared analytical reports describe country and its priorities, which are placed on our shared agenda. We... more »
National Assembly-Approved Government Program To Be Realized
A Cabinet sitting was held today, chaired by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan. Before approving the agenda, the Prime Minister addressed the meeting: “On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, I wish to thank our colleagues from the National Assembly for the last two days’ debate over the government program. We had quite an interesting discussion, and our program was approved by the National Assembly. I would like to thank you favorable consideration of our... more »
Prime Minister’s Final Statement In National Assembly
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan made a final statement in the National Assembly following the debate on the government program. “Dear National Assembly President, Dear colleagues, Our political team made it easier for me to take floor as they addressed all those questions of interest to opposition. I believe that my colleagues gave comprehensive answers to those questions which were also commented on by the Speaker of the National Assembly, the representatives of... more »
Asad Alam Introduces Newly Appointed WB Regional Director To Prime Minister
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received outgoing World Bank Regional Director for South Caucasus Asad Alam. Mr. Alam introduced to the Prime Minister Henry Keral who is going to take over the post of World Bank Regional Director for South Caucasus. “I think our cooperation has recorded significant progress in recent years. We moved forward in all the target areas and we do not have any failed program,” the Prime Minister emphasized. Appreciative of Mr. Alam’s... more »
Speech by Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan In National Assembly During Government Program Presentation
Dear National Assembly Chairman, Dear Members of Parliament, Congratulating you on your election as members of the National Assembly of fifth convocation, I wish you fruitful legislative work. I believe that all of us, the members of the National Assembly and the members of the Government, regardless of our party affiliation, are united over the noble idea of the realization of national goals, strengthening and prosperity of the motherland. Today the Government, in... more »
Farewell Meeting With Outgoing German Ambassador
Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan received outgoing German to Armenia Hans-Jochen Schmidt. “We are interested in the strengthening and expanding of the Armenian-German relations. Our cooperation is vital to the process of Armenia’s European integration,” Tigran Sargsyan emphasized. Noting that the joint programs stand out for their efficiency, the Prime Minister said to be looking forward to increasing their number and scope. Thanking Tigran Sargsyan for... more »
