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Armenian Prime minister Karen Karapetyan on Wednesday met with Chief Executive Officer of VEON Jean-Yves Charlier and Group Chief External Affairs Officer Mark MacGann within the framework of the World Economic Forum in Davos.

During the meeting, Karen Karapetyan noted that Armenia appreciates the cooperation with VEON and expressed the hope that the company will expand activity and increase investments in Armenia, Beeline Armenia’s press service reported.

“We see many positive changes and expect more in the future. I believe that global companies like VEON can have a positive impact on the Armenian business culture and contribute to the economical and digital growth,” the top Armenia official said.

“We are optimistic in regard to Armenia and the region and we believe it is becoming more attractive for foreign investors. As to VEON, our goal is providing the highest quality services to all our customers, including those in Armenia,” Jean-Yves Charlier noted.

VEON CEO also added he plans another visit to Armenia in the near future. 

The parties also touched upon the Digital Agenda run by the Armenian government, stressing its importance in the development of the country’s economy.

VEON senior managers expressed satisfaction with the results they had in 2017. Charlier and MacGann also remarked commitment to Armenia business.