On 16 January 2020, the Prime Minister of Armenia has launched attack on television companies in Armenia labelling them as “the corruptioners’ TV networks”. He went further saying that those TV channels must use “corruption” logos when they broadcast. Interestingly, the Government also discussed the need for transparency in business, including in the media industry, especially in relation to ownership and tax requirements (ultimate beneficial ownership). Furthermore, the Chairman of the Competition Commission surprisingly declared that the abuse of dominant position is available in the media industry.
The body of former NSS Director Georgy Kutoyan was found by his wife in their apartment, a top detective working at the scene told reporters.
Kutoyan’s body was found in an apartment on Paruyr Sevak Street.
1999 Armenian parliament attack ringleader Nairi Hunanyan has sent a letter addressed to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed.
Gazprom Armenia CJSC discusses the issue of revising the gas tariff for consumers.
