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PM arrives in Silicon Valley: Armenian Government, Draper University sign memorandum of understanding

24.09.2019

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Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan continues his working visit to the United States.

After completing his working visit to Los Angeles, the Prime Minister left for San Jose, Silicon Valley, to meet with representatives of high-tech companies and discuss cooperation prospects.

The Prime Minister’s visit to the Silicon Valley kicked off with a meeting with venture capitalists: Nikol Pashinyan had a luncheon with the founders of Draper University – Tim and Bill Drapers, during which they discussed cooperation development opportunities in the technology field.

A memorandum of understanding was signed between the Armenian Ministry of High-Tech Industry and Draper University. Under the MoU, the sides agreed to cooperate, implement joint programs to prepare and train qualified specialists in the technology sector.

Prime Minister Pashinyan next called at NVidia computer game company, headquartered in the Silicon Valley. Welcoming the Prime Minister and his spouse, Company CEO Jensen Huang briefed them on their company’s ongoing activities, projects, etc.

The Premier also had a brief meeting with the NVidia CEO to discuss cooperation prospects.

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