Ultimatums cannot resolve issues
The opposition's ultimatum presented to the Armenian authorities has angered the coalition parties. Prosperous Armenia Party (BHK) Secretary Aram Safaryan thinks that "the authorities have no right to speak to the authorities in the language of ultimatums."
The atmosphere is tense in the country, people are full of expectations. On the eve of the presidential and parliamentary elections, we need to start a political dialogue and reach political consolidation in order to conduct fair elections, which are necessary not only for the world but also for Armenia," Aram Safaryan told A1+.
"The opposition had better speak to the authorities in the constructive language as ultimatums are not welcomed. The events of the past 19 years showed that ultimatums lead to misfortunes and grieves. God forbid that our people suffer again. I am for a dialogue that will boost constructive atmosphere in the country," the BHK representative said.
Safaryan's message was addressed to those who are concerned about the future of Armenia and feel responsible for the 2013 elections.
"Can you suppose the consequences of confrontations if the sides did not attempt to forget their hostility?" he said.
Vice-Speaker of the National Assembly, Republican Samvel Nikoyan agrees that the opposition should issue ultimatums.
"We have passed a bitter path and we do not want to experience that bitterness anew," he said.
"Authorities are obliged to listen to public concerns, understand and solve them. This is an important ability that will ensure political security and strengthen the state," said Nikoyan.
