President Serzh Sargsyan receives Chairman of “Russian Railways” Vladimir Yakunin

President Serzh Sargsyan today received the Chairman of the “Russian Railways” OJSC, the concession manager of the Armenian railway system Vladimir Yakunin, President’s Press Office reported.

Emphasizing the Armenian-Russian friendly relations, President Sargsyan said: “We view Russia as our most reliable partner and prioritize the further reinforcement of bilateral ties.’’

Vladimir Yakunin conveyed to President Sargsyan the best wishes of Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin.

The interlocutors discussed the current state of the Armenian railway, the perspectives of development and the process of accomplishment of the commitments the parties have assumed under the concession agreement. In particular, they dwelt on the modernization of the railway, reconstruction of the rolling stock, the rails, technical re-equipment, other issues.

Vladimir Yakunin said to be generally satisfied with the work done in the recent period, adding that serious steps have been taken towards raising the effectiveness of management. The chairman assured the President the investment liabilities assumed will be completely implemented.