Commenting on Prosperous Armenia’s refusal to join the ruling coalition, political expert noted the party’s split and withdrawal of a number of prominent members possible.
“There are many people in Armenia who only see themselves at power,” Suren Surenyants said.
The expert cited withdrawal of prominent members from Orinats Yerkir party following its leaving the coalition as proof of its statements.
Prosperous Armenia issued a statement, which said the party doesn’t consider involvement in coalition government formation a reasonable step.
“We maintained a common position throughout the whole election campaign. I have repeatedly stated that I pursue no personal goals other than political. Moreover, I reiterate readiness to suffer a loss to retain public trust,” Gagik Tsarukyan stated.
According to polling results, Prosperous Armenia garnered about half a million votes. These people voted for our party, out of faith in us and the demand for tangible changes in the country’s social and economic life. Given the election outcomes, Prosperous Armenia has no constitutional possibility to participate in government formation and implement its programs. Thus, I declare that our party doesn’t deem participation in coalition formation reasonable,” the statement by party leader read.
