13:14, 23 February 2023

YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 23, ARMENPRESS. The Armenian Minister of Healthcare Anahit Avanesyan said she is certain that all modern technologies will be utilized to ensure the safe operations at the Amulsar gold mine in line with all standards.

“I am sure that all required studies were carried out and are carried out. And a strict monitoring will be carried out in the process,” the minister told reporters.

She said the healthcare ministry is always focused on mining-related possible health hazards.

“We are sure that all new technological means and opportunities will be utilized to ensure safe operations in line with standards,” Avanesyan said.

The Amulsar gold mine is set to restart operations after its owner – Lydian Armenia – signed a 250,000,000 dollar agreement with the Armenian government. The government of Armenia will receive 12,5% shares of Lydian Armenia for free.