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YEREVAN. - The army should become the flagman of Armenia’s economic development and innovation.

Defense Minister of Armenia Vigen Sargsyan said the aforementioned in the parliament Thursday at the debates on the new Government program.

The country needs armed forces which are improving themselves in military art and science.   A defense system is needed which would enjoy the society’s confidence, Sargsyan said.

“Everyone should have an idea on how they can help the country’s defense capacity. Our task is to bring this idea home to every Armenian. Only this way can we effectively involve the defense area in the socio-economic development of the country,” he stated.

In the Minster’s words, it is necessary to guarantee observing of the fundamental human rights and freedoms in the armed forces.

The Army ensures the peace and security of the country, great amounts being spent to this end.  Thus, it is necessary to develop such a governance culture, which would allow to not only consume but also turn into the flagman of the country’s development.

The recently held ArmHiTec exhibition showed that the army can become a leading developer and customer in the areas of electronics, optics and cybernetics, Sargsyan stated.

“We can not only modernize the weapons and increase the security of our servicemen, but also create conditions for manufacturing goods of dual and peaceful purpose to attract orders,” he added. 

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