Lebanese President Michel Suleiman awarded VivaCell-MTS General Manager Ralph Yirikian with “Presidency Shield of the Republic of Lebanon” order at the Baabda presidential palace where he also welcomed of Lebanon’s ambassador to Armenia Gebrael Geara.

Mr. Yirikian got the order in recognition of the exceptional achievements in business and management, particularly for significant contribution in adding humanitarian approach to the business management, and introducing and fostering a new Management Culture, VivaCell-MTS press office reported.

Ralph Yirikian is the first Lebanese Armenian working in Armenia, who receives this high reward from the Lebanon’s President.