The official delegation of the Republic of Armenia headed by President Robert Kocharian continues its visit to Japan. Today member of the delegation, Minister of Industry and Trade Karen Chshmaritian and Chairman of the Japanese agency for international cooperation Takaaki Kawakimoi signed “Program of developing mineral industry of Armenia.” The program is designed for two years. The interest of Japanese investors in exploiting the bowels of Armenia is expected to lead to notable recovery of the mineral industry.