YEREVAN. – Armenian News-NEWS.am spoke with the Minister of Economy of Armenia, Karen Chshmarityan.

I love the Armenian New Year because…?

I love the New Year, in general, because it is linked to many warm memories from [my] childhood, when I used to welcome the New Year with my grandparents. This recollection compels that this holiday always be the warmest and the most encouraging holiday among all the holidays.

When opening Santa’s gifts, I’ve always had a passing thought that…?

I can’t remember. But I recall that I was once expecting a [toy] truck; my dad had promised, and I got [it].

I remember when I first found out that there is no Santa Claus…?

I don’t remember that event.

When the clock strikes 12 [midnight on New Year], I think…?

I think about new ideas, new hopes, only [the] good [things]. I only think about the good, love, and peace.

The New Year begins when…?

New hopes for success arise.

The Armenian New Year is impossible to imagine without…?

The Christmas tree set in our home.

I will ask Santa this year [for]…?

Peace, goodness, and love.