Armenian premier, ADB president discuss implementation of joint  programs 

ArmInfo.  Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received Masato Kanda, President of the Asian Development Bank.

The Prime Minister welcomed Mr. Kanda's visit to Armenia and  congratulated him on his appointment as ADB President. Nikol  Pashinyan noted that this visit is of particular importance, as it  coincides with the 20th anniversary of the partnership between  Armenia and the ADB. The Prime Minister emphasized the fact of the  consistent development of cooperation between the Government of the  Republic of Armenia and the ADB and noted that the ADB has played an  important role in supporting Armenia's development goals, starting  from infrastructure modernization, reforms in the public  administration system to the promotion of inclusive and sustainable  growth.

Masato Kanda expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and  congratulations, noting that ADB highly appreciates the close  cooperation with the Government of the Republic of Armenia and is  ready to continue to actively contribute to the effective  implementation of various programs in our country.

The interlocutors discussed issues related to the progress of jointly  implemented programs. The sides exchanged views on cooperation in  housing provision, improving seismic safety, school construction,  infrastructure, and other areas.