YEREVAN. - Armenian PM Hovik Abrahamyan on Monday received the representatives of Russian Polymetal mining company. The meeting was held with the company President Igor Finogenov and CEO Vitaly Nesis, the Government press-service reports.

Abrahamyan welcomed the company’s activity, positively assessing its investment programs in Armenia’s mining industry. According to him, the Government attaches importance to the development of responsible and stable extractions of useful fossils to ensure the economic growth of Armenia.

Igor Finogenov expressed satisfaction with the creation of all opportunities for work in Armenia. According to him, the company which has nearly 1200 workers in the republic is interested in continuing its investment programs.

The interlocutors also discussed the current programs implemented by the company in Armenia, as well as issues on expanding cooperation. Besides, they underscored the importance of social and environmental protection responsibility.