Nikol Paschinjan, the Armenian Prime Minister, addressed journalists on January 29th, solidifying Armenia’s neutral stance regarding the church, firmly opposing any unlawful claims to authority. He detailed planned judicial and electoral reforms, highlighting a strategic shift towards energy collaboration with both Azerbaijan and Turkey. Paschinjan underscored the importance of regional security achieved through economic integration, addressing concerns about instability.
He also discussed the necessity of internal political accountability, responding directly to criticisms leveled by former President Kocharyan and other dissenting voices. The Prime Minister explicitly stated the absence of conflict between the Armenian Apostolic Church and the state. However, he strongly asserted that a specific individual has unlawfully assumed control within the church, and this position must be vacated immediately.
Paschinjan reiterated that there is no conflict between the Armenian Apostolic Church and the state, emphasizing a commitment to upholding the separation of powers. His comments aimed to dispel ongoing anxieties and establish a clear direction for Armenia’s future relations with religious institutions and neighboring nations.
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