Vahagn Poghosyan to replace Gagik Sayadyan

Armenia's Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan signed Thursday a decree on appointing Vahan Poghosyan as Head of Staff of the Ministry of Healthcare of the Republic of Armenia.

Earlier today, the Government adopted a decision to dismiss former head of staff Gagik Sayadyan.

It comes after two Deputy Ministers of Healthcare were removed from post recently.

During the Government session last Thursday, Premier Tigran Sargsyan issued recommendations for health and education minister, warning them to eliminate the corruption risks in their spheres.