Pashinyan opposes reference to declaration of independence in new Armenian Constitution
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has expressed his opinion that the country’s new constitution should not include a reference to the declaration of independence. He believes that the text of the declaration does not reflect the existence of an independent state, but rather the opposite. Pashinyan stated this at a briefing, emphasizing that the new constitution should not mention the document.
The current Armenian constitution’s preamble is based on the declaration of independence adopted on August 23, 1990. It also includes a statement affirming the Republic of Armenia’s support for the international recognition of the Armenian Genocide of 1915 in Ottoman Turkey and Western Armenia.
Pashinyan emphasized that while he believes the new constitution should not reference the declaration of independence, the ultimate decision rests with the people of Armenia. He encouraged political forces and their leaders to present the pros and cons of including this reference in the new constitution. This stance reflects his political position on the matter.
