Powerbrokers in Armenia are set to elect a new president, completing the country"s controversial transition to a parliamentary system of governance. But this time, the president will have little power. The ruling Republican Party of Armenia (RPA) says the change democratizes the country"s politics, but critics say it thwarts the last remaining channels for genuine opposition.Under the terms of a controversial 2015 constitutional referendum, when...
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In a significant diplomatic move, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan embarked on an official visit to Armenia, marking a pivotal moment in the relationship between the two nations. The meeting between President Tokayev and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan resulted in the signing of a joint statement aimed at fostering cooperation and easing tensions that had simmered between the two countries.
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