Armenia’s greatest asset is its educated citizens, president says

Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has received Minister of Education, Science, Culture and Sport Zhanna Andreasyan.

According to the presidential office, Khachaturyan highly praised the reforms being implemented by the ministry, underscoring the importance of sustained efforts in the fields of education, science, culture and sport.

The president said the reform process should continue, enriched with new ideas, modern approaches and innovative solutions.

He stressed that Armenia’s greatest asset is its educated citizens and that one of the state’s key priorities is to create a supportive and encouraging environment for them.

“In fact, everything begins with education. When asked what Armenia’s future is, the answer is unequivocal: Armenia’s future is its educated people. That is the principle that should guide us,” Khachaturyan said.

The president also highlighted ongoing efforts in the fields of culture and sport, noting that cultural life has become more vibrant and that the scope of cultural programmes and events should continue to expand. He said culture, like education, plays an important role in shaping society’s values and educating citizens.

Khachaturyan also stressed the importance of active public participation in the reform process, noting that society’s demand for quality education itself contributes to the sector’s development. He said the state’s goal is to foster proactive, responsible and civically engaged citizens who are ready to contribute to the country’s development.

Andreasyan thanked the president for the meeting and his assessment, noting that his continued attention to and participation in sector-related events provide important support and guidance for the ministry’s work.

The minister said the reforms are broad in scope and require time to be fully understood and embraced. At the same time, she noted that recent public opinion surveys indicate growing public support for the changes being implemented in the education sector.

According to Andreasyan, the findings show progress in terms of public awareness and engagement, and consistent efforts are needed to ensure the effective implementation of programmes and reforms in the sector.