Tigran Avinyan Receives U.S. Ambassador
On February 13, 2020, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan received U.S. Ambassador to Armenia Lynne Tracy. Noting that the Armenian-American multifaceted cooperation is actively developing, Tigran Avinyan appreciated the U.S. Government’s assistance to the reforms underway in Armenia. Ambassador Tracy said they attach importance to working closely with the Armenian government in the context of a shared commitment to support the establishment of democratic institutions and the... more »
Government broadens the scope of persons entitled to deposit compensation
A Cabinet meeting was held today, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan. The government amended one of its previous decisions to ensure the natural course of the processes of recognition of citizens’ rights to receive compensation for deposits in 2020. The corresponding decision of the government of April 23, 2014 established the procedure according to which compensation was given to citizens for contributions made by citizens to the ArmSSR Branch of the USSR Savings... more »
Mher Grigoryan receives DEG Vice President
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received a delegation led by Irina Schmidt, Vice President at DEG, the German Investment and Development Company. Welcoming the guests, the Deputy Prime Minister appreciated DEG’s activities in Armenia. Mher Grigoryan noted that DEG’s involvement in the development of Armenia’s private sector is a major contribution in terms of introducing a modern business culture and increasing transparency in the economy. Irina Schmidt briefed... more »
2020-2023 Business Environment Improvement Program Discussed in Government
On February 11, Armenia’s Business Environment Improvement Program for 2020-2023 was discussed in Government, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan. Tigran Avinyan noted that the evaluations issued by internationally recognized reports are important from the perspective of creating a favorable business environment in the Republic of Armenia, as well as increasing the country’s attractiveness for investments since they help assess the impact of the reforms underway in... more »
Mher Grigoryan attends gala event on Russia Diplomat Day
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan today attended a ceremonious event dedicated to Russia Diplomat Day at the RF Embassy in Armenia. The Deputy Premier delivered congratulatory remarks. He congratulated Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to Armenia Sergey Kopyrkin and the Embassy staff on their professional holiday, and wished them every success in their responsible activities.
Tigran Avinyan Receives Council of Europe Armenia Office Head
On February 10, Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan received Council of Europe (CoE) Armenia Office Head Natalia Voutova. Tigran Avinyan stressed that the CoE is among Armenia’s key partners in promoting democratic values, human rights, and the rule of law. He referred to the 2019-2022 CoE-Armenia Action Plan, which was launched last year and is seen as an important milestone on the way to developing relations. Natalia Voutova briefed the Deputy Prime Minister on the main areas... more »
Mher Grigoryan Welcomes King of Jordan
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan went to Zvartnots International Airport to meet King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, who has arrived in Armenia on an official visit at the invitation of RA President Armen Sarkissian.
Mher Grigoryan Receives EBRD Vice President
Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan received an EBRD (European Bank for Reconstruction and Development) delegation, led by EBRD Vice President for Policy and Partnership Pierre Heilbronn. Prior to the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister had attended the signing of the Meghri Border Checkpoint Modernization loan and grant agreements with the EBRD. Welcoming the guests, the Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the ongoing cooperation between the Government of Armenia and the European Bank for... more »
Digitization Council Holds First Meeting in Government
On February 5, the first meeting of the Digitization Council was held, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan. Tigran Avinyan delivered a speech, in which he stated: “Dear colleagues, I welcome you to the first meeting of the Digitization Council. As we stated during the election campaign, and as noted in the Government Program, we want to build a technologically developed and innovative country, create a state system that can live up to the emerging challenges and... more »
Interagency Commission for Prevention of Coronavirus Holds Meeting
On February 4, 2020, the interagency commission coordinating the activities to prevent the spread of coronavirus in Armenia held a regular meeting, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Tigran Avinyan. To begin with, the Deputy Prime Minister said the meeting was going to discuss the situation with coronavirus, the ongoing and planned preventive actions. Reference was made to the status of those Armenian citizens who wish to be repatriated from China. Minister of Foreign Affairs Zohrab... more »
