Mandatory Education in Driving Schools Before Examinations: Arpine Sargsyan

The Minister of Internal Affairs, Arpine Sargsyan, met on August 18 with representatives from driving schools and registration-examination service organizations. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the discussion centered on improving the current system of issuing driving licenses, enhancing the effectiveness of registration-examination services, and aligning sectoral processes with international best practices.

Arpine Sargsyan emphasized that promoting the educational component is a key direction in shaping a safety culture. She noted that the goal of the proposed reforms is to increase the level of road traffic safety by creating an educational system that ensures the transfer of knowledge necessary not only for passing the theoretical exam but also for instilling safe and responsible behavior in future drivers.

The necessity of making driver education in driving schools mandatory was discussed. Representatives of the sector who responded positively to the proposal highlighted that mandatory education could enhance the theoretical knowledge and practical skills of future drivers.

One of the important aspects discussed was the licensing of the activities of driving schools. Participants presented proposals regarding licensing conditions, stressing that the requirements set must ensure proper training conditions, technical resources, and safety.

Ideas were also exchanged regarding the process of obtaining a driver's license. Representatives of driving schools shared international experiences, suggesting the expansion of theoretical exam questionnaires and the development of a unified educational manual.

Arpine Sargsyan indicated that the Ministry of Internal Affairs will continue intensive discussions with stakeholders within the framework of sector reforms, aiming to create a more effective, professional, and safe driver education system. At the end of the meeting, an agreement was reached to continue professional discussions to develop final solutions based on the presented proposals.