“Thus, perspectives will generally lack, that union works very badly, agreements signed aren’t being implemented, projects aren’t realized, moreover when Russia—the top interested party of the union—faces crisis and isn’t bale to support countries in need.”
Decrease in the field of construction has already become usual. The then driving force of economy started to rush down from 2009 and the process continues until now. Upon the data of National Statistical Service of Armenia construction volumes comprise AMD 397.6 billion in 2016, which is less by 10.8% from previous year’s index.
“The best means in fight against migration is creation of workplaces. It seems to me, this year we’ll edify the result of reforms. PM’s visit to Russia, meeting with the businessmen, and generally, relations with many other countries, and the change, ongoing in the country, gave hope to many businessmen to invest in Armenia.”
The new Law on Procurement has come into force since 1 January 2017, principles of which are raising the effectiveness of public finance spending and neutralization of corruption risks. Vardan Aramyan, Minister of Finance of Armenia, told at today’s seminar-discussion on public procurement.
“It’s clear, that Azerbaijan is using internal political debates on parliamentary level as certain messages to Tehran. Aliyev’s visit to Tehran is also planned: it may be used as well, attempting to somehow balance activating cooperation with Armenia.”
“I think if we observe USA-Europe relations, currently we appeared in a paradox situation. There were times, when the EU was calling the USA to reduce its influence in Europe, the EU was calling the USA to withdraw its military bases, the EU was claiming that it intends pragmatic relations toward Russia and tense relations of the EU and Russia prevent European business only.”
Expenditures in the field of apartment construction and services have decreased the most—18.2%, thus, comprising AMD 16.3 billion. The highest growth—10.7% was recorded in general public services. Expenditures directed to the field of defence have grown by 6.7% in 2016 and comprised AMD 211.8 billion.
Danielsson said the EU is facing economic challenges as well, as the worst recession was recorded in the period of 2008-2009, as a result of which several EU states suffered serious economic losses, unemployment has grown, however the EU still continues existing under those conditions.
Armenia-EU negotiations are developing intensively. In future the sides will finalize works around new framework agreement. According to diplomatic sources of 168.am, one of the last phases of Armenia-EU negotiations—the tenth phase—will be launched this month.
At today’s Government session Karen Karapetyan stressed establishment of favorable conditions for economy development by state bodies. According to him measures should be taken, which will provide unimpeded development of business environment. K.Karapetyan highlighted undertaking of legislative changes as well directed to clarification of evading taxes, duties or other mandatory fees under the Criminal Code.
