Armenian Prime Minister Tigran Sargsyan attended Vanadzor-Khimprom chemical plant on Wednesday to familiarize himself with the current status of this formerly leading chemical company and discuss the re-commissioning possibilities, reported the press office of the RA government.

Then, a consultative meeting was held, attended by the RA ministers of agriculture, energy and natural resources, Lori marz governor and the director general of the plant. The meeting discussed re-commissioning possibilities and strategic programs for the plant. It was decided to resume the production of carbonate, saltpeter and other fertilizers, as well as to review the current status of the carbide production line.

The Prime Minister pointed out that the plant has the needed capacity to ensure full supply of Armenian farmers' demand in fertilizers based on domestic raw materials which will boost the production of agricultural commodities countrywide.

PM Sargsyan mentioned that the government will possibly support the implementation those programs designed by the management of the plant in terms of enhanced sales and competitiveness, in particular. In conclusion, the Prime Minister gave specific orders to ensure prompt and effective solution of the existing problems.