January 8th is the first working day of 2016

January 8th is the first working day of 2016. This was announced today at a special session of the Cabinet of Prime Minister Hovik Abrahamyan.

The New Year will be celebrated from December 31 to January 3. January 4-5 are the days proceeding Christmas. The Armenian Apostolic Church celebrates Christmas on January 6, January 7 is the day of remembrance. Working days start from January 8.