YEREVAN, June 11. /ARКА/. The IMF is committed to close and long-term cooperation with the Armenian authorities, stated IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva in a congratulatory message to Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on his victory in the parliamentary elections.
“At a time of international uncertainty and regional challenges, Armenia’s consistent commitment to dialogue, stability, and peaceful relations is of particular importance both for Armenia and the wider region,” the statement read.
According to Georgieva, the Armenian authorities’ political reforms will enhance resilience, strengthen macroeconomic stability, promote inclusive and sustainable growth, and improve the well-being of the Armenian people.
Elections
Elections to the National Assembly of Armenia took place on June 7. Eighteen political forces participated, 15 of which failed to pass the 4% threshold for entry into parliament.
According to preliminary election results, the ruling Civil Contract party (with 49.825% of the vote), the opposition blocs Strong Armenia (23.281%), and Armenia (9.934%) are in the National Assembly.
Another opposition party, Prosperous Armenia, received 3.996% of the vote, falling just a few dozen votes short of the threshold.
Final election results will be announced on June 14.
Meanwhile, several opposition political parties have announced their intention to initiate a review of the results, alleging the authorities’ use of administrative resources and pressure on voters during the election process. Three political forces – the Prosperous Armenia, Wings of Unity and Armenia bloc parties – submitted applications to the Central Election Commission for a recount of the voting results at 555 polling stations out of 2,005.
