ArmInfo.Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan and Special Representative of the OSCE Chairman-in-Office on Anti-Corruption Issues Paola Severino discussed issues of fighting corruption on July 19.
As the press service of the government reports, Nikol Pashinyan noted the importance of strengthening cooperation with the OSCE in various areas, including in the anti-corruption sphere. As the prime minister pointed out, the fight against corruption for the RA government is a priority. At the same time, according to him, Armenia considers it necessary to exchange experience in this area with international partners and possible assistance on their part.
Paola Severino welcomed the anti-corruption steps of the Armenian government and expressed her confidence that they will be effective. She stressed that the OSCE is ready for active cooperation with the Armenian government, including with the Ministry of Justice, to assist in carrying out reforms in the field of combating corruption.
The interlocutors expressed confidence that the planned reforms will help reduce corruption risks, which, in turn, will be an incentive for improving the business environment and attracting foreign investment.
READ ALL COMMENTS