On June 21st in Sardarapat Defense Minister Seyran Ohanyan took part in a festival «Blacksmith Day» which was organized by ethno-historical NGO «Chilingaryan-Mamikonyan family». Besides Armenian blacksmiths’ works weapons of local production were also presented on the festival. The Minister noted with pleasure that local production sometimes has even an advantage over foreign production and mentioned that a concept is being developed for further development of the industry.

The fact that we in 2010, 2011 and 2013 were recognised as the best in the rear service and awarded with Banner of Honour, tells that reforms were justified, – tells the Commander. – Last year we got good marks, and on specialty subjects and on general military subjects were registered commendable results. Upon request we carry to all directions food, duffel, fuels and technical means. We have also rear battalion of equipment and repairs, which carries out repair of household appliances and many other services.

On June 20th on the square after Grigor Tatevatsi with solemnity was observed the 18th anniversary of the 1st army corpus. Defense Minister Seyran Ohanyan, high-ranking servicemen were present. 1st corpus Commander Colonel Tigran Parvanyan in his speech presented the glorious path of the corpus and assured that today it is also ready to implement any combat mission.

What might be forgiven for the actor of my age, is not excusable for a soldier of homeland. According to me the soldier should be the symbol of strength, health, pure lifestyle. I’m very happy that the Defense Ministry has started a marathon against smoking under the slogan “Army without smoking”. As we say – in a healthy body – healthy mind.

After gaining independence an effective system of cooperation has been formed between the defense departments of our countries. 2010 was a watershed in the sphere of military cooperation when the annual plan of military cooperation was signed between the ministries of defense, and this tradition continues till now. In the plan are included peacekeeping, mountain preparation, military education etc. The plan also provides for the exchange of experience in core areas.
As for the prospects of the Armenian-Georgian cooperation, it should be noted that currently opportunities are being explored to start cooperation in new areas.

Artillery training unit has become truly powerful forge of preparation of junior commanders – artillery professionals. Since last year regiment’s commander is Colonel A.Petrosyan.
From May 3 to 14 the regiment conducted theoretical trainings in the training ground after Marshal Baghramyan.

Aviation department Head Colonel A.Nersisyan tells that for the regiment the year of 2013 completed with fruitful work. Among the arm it was recognized the best and after 4-year gap again was awarded with Banner of Honour.