ArmInfo.The development of a digital society and digital economy is a strategic priority for us, as stated by Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, Minister of High-Tech Industry of Armenia, speaking at the DOING DIGITAL forum on April 8.
He expressed his conviction that secure, open, and transparent data, appropriate infrastructure, and an environment of trust are the prerequisite and foundation for improving the well-being and sustainability of the population and economic development.
"The government clearly understands that digital transformation is aimed at simplifying the lives of citizens, creating a predictable environment for businesses, protecting consumer data, developing infrastructure, and creating a new environment for the development of technology and innovation," the Minister said. He also emphasized that digital transformation is not just about simplifying processes but also about stimulating innovation in Armenia. "I believe the digital transformation agenda is the best platform for technology companies, engineers, and researchers. While Armenia may seem like a small market for businesses at first glance, small markets have a significant advantage: they constantly generate new ideas, pose new challenges, allow for experimentation, analyzing mistakes, and refining solutions. In this sense, Armenia is the optimal environment for fostering innovation for our tech community," Hayrapetyan emphasized.
He noted that public policy should shape the needs of the tech community, and one of the key outcomes of this interaction will be the stimulation of innovation. "As we're addressing complex challenges, we need to create new knowledge and develop innovation within the country. In this way, we're building a connection with the technology community: digital transformation is creating new requirements not only for startups and the technology sector, but also for multinational companies and international players, offering a unique, flexible environment to test new ideas and implement solutions," the Minister concluded.
