Armen Sarkissian: Armenia could become a very important hub between the EU and EAEU member states

Today, in Geneva President Armen Sarkissian had a meeting with the leadership of the largest venture company from Singapore Vertex Venture Holdings, Swiss Sustainable Finance company from Switzerland, renowned German Siemens company which is a member of the Siemens Financial Services group.

The purpose of the meeting was to present to foreign partners Armenia’s investment field, prospects of cooperation in different areas.

Discussed were issues related to a productive cooperation with the mentioned companies. The parties also spoke about introducing their experience in our country as well as opportunities to implement projects with the Armenian companies.
In particular, the agreement was reached to visit Armenia and hold discussions on cooperation with the RA government.

The President of Armenia introduced the most rapidly developing and promising areas of the Armenian economy. President Sarkissian noted that Armenia, as a member of the EAEU, could become a very important hub between the EU and EAEU member states, considering that all prerequisites are in place.

The Vertex Venture Holdings is a world venture fund company which is focused on venture investments in the areas of information technology and healthcare.

The Swiss Sustainable Finance unites 110 member and partner organizations, including Swiss banks. Its activities are aimed at “clean economy” and development of clean industry which is an essential issue for Armenia.

With the Siemens Financial Services company discussed was a wide range of issues pertaining to the cooperation in the energy, industry, infrastructure areas. It was particularly noted that Armenia, as a member of the EAEU could become a bridge to the Eurasian markets.