Yerevan /Mediamax/. Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan signed a decree on awarding Ruben Vardanyan and Samvel Karapetyan, Russian businessmen of Armenian descent, Saint Mesrop Mashtots Order.

The Director of “Troyka Dialogue” and President of “Tashir Group” are awarded in connection with the 20th anniversary of Armenia’s independence “for their considerable contribution to protecting national interests and long-lasting and fruitful activities for the sake of Armenia”.

Upon the Armenian President’s decree, Armenian author and writer of political essays from Istanbul Roper Hattejyan is also awarded Saint Mesrop Mashtots Order.

Architect Artur Meschyan is also awarded Saint Mesrop Mashtots Order.