Speaking at the State&Tech Bridge forum, Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Ruben Simonyan stressed that Armenia cannot provide large-scale production but plays a significant role in key stages of semiconductor development. He added that the country aims to secure its position through international agreements and expand it further, Armenpress reported.
“Much remains to be done. We must ensure a continuous supply of talent, especially electrical engineers and AI specialists. It’s essential to master not only mathematics, physics, and data science but also AI tools and digital skills to increase productivity,” he said.
Simonyan noted that efforts are underway to simplify import and export processes. He recalled that a government decision adopted in May 2023 had complicated export procedures, sometimes extending them to two months. To address this, a new “validated” system is being developed, under which trusted companies will undergo checks post factum, including for imports where raw materials often lack precise codes, leading to delays and wasted supplies.
He emphasized that Armenia should treat current challenges as opportunities to strengthen its position in both the semiconductor and broader technology markets.
