KOCHARIAN DISCUSSES SITUATION IN LORI PROVINCE
ARMENPRESS
Oct 18 2007
YEREVAN, OCTOBER 18, ARMENPRESS: President Robert Kocharian and
the governor of the northeastern province of Lori, Aram Kocharian
(no relation to the president) discussed today a wide scope of issues
embracing socio-economic, healthcare, cultural and educational programs
implemented in the region.
Kocharian’s press office said the two men focused, in particular,
on resumption of a chemical plant in Vanadzor and the opportunities
to exploit it with its full capacity.
The governor said an agreement has been concluded with an Indian
company which will buy the plant’s products. He said also progress
is being made in expanding production of color stones.
They also referred to the process of collection of community
revenues. According to the governor, collection rate this year is 13%
higher as compared to the previous year.
The president was eager to learn what has been done in the province
to accomplish over 8 billion Drams worth urban development programs,
as well as about programs implemented in rural regions.